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CAS 59770-96-6

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A-methyl-3-trifluoromethylbenzyl bromide

Description:
A-methyl-3-trifluoromethylbenzyl bromide, with the CAS number 59770-96-6, is an organic compound characterized by its aromatic structure and the presence of both bromine and trifluoromethyl functional groups. This compound features a benzyl group substituted with a methyl group at the alpha position and a trifluoromethyl group at the meta position relative to the benzyl carbon. The trifluoromethyl group significantly influences the compound's electronic properties, making it more lipophilic and potentially enhancing its reactivity in various chemical reactions. A-methyl-3-trifluoromethylbenzyl bromide is typically used in organic synthesis, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, due to its ability to participate in nucleophilic substitution reactions. Its bromide moiety serves as a good leaving group, facilitating the formation of new carbon-carbon or carbon-heteroatom bonds. Additionally, the presence of fluorine atoms can impart unique characteristics such as increased stability and altered solubility, making this compound of interest in both academic and industrial research settings.
Formula:C9H8BrF3
InChI:InChI=1/C9H8BrF3/c1-6(10)7-3-2-4-8(5-7)9(11,12)13/h2-6H,1H3/t6-/m1/s1
SMILES:C[C@H](c1cccc(c1)C(F)(F)F)Br
Synonyms:
  • alpha-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzyl bromide
  • 1-Bromo-1-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]ethane
  • 3-(1-Bromoethyl)Benzotrifluoride
  • Α-Methyl-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzyl Bromide
  • 1-(1-Bromoethyl)-3-(Trifluoromethyl)Benzene
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