Compound Q&A
How is [5-Chloro-2-(methylamino)phenyl](2-chlorophenyl)methanone (CAS: 5621-86-3) typically synthesized?
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[5-Chloro-2-(methylamino)phenyl](2-chlorophenyl)methanone can be synthesized via a multi-step process involving the coupling of 2-chlorophenyl methylamine with 2-chlorophenyl methyl ketone in the presence of a suitable catalyst. This method provides good selectivity and yield, typically around 85%, and involves careful monitoring of reaction conditions to avoid side reactions.
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CAS No
5621-86-3
English Name
[5-Chloro-2-(methylamino)phenyl](2-chlorophenyl)methanone
Molecular Formula
C14H11Cl2NO
Molecular Weight
280.154 g/mol
SMILES
CNC1=C(C=C(C=C1)Cl)C(=O)C2=CC=CC=C2Cl
InChIKey
DQYHYPVCQHTLRO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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