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CAS 60666-70-8

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(2-bromo-5-chlorophenyl)methanol

Description:
(2-Bromo-5-chlorophenyl)methanol, with the CAS number 60666-70-8, is an organic compound characterized by the presence of a phenolic structure substituted with both bromine and chlorine atoms. This compound features a hydroxymethyl group (-CH2OH) attached to a phenyl ring, which enhances its reactivity and solubility in polar solvents. The bromine and chlorine substituents introduce significant electronegativity, influencing the compound's chemical behavior, including its reactivity in nucleophilic substitution reactions and potential for forming hydrogen bonds. The presence of these halogens can also affect the compound's physical properties, such as melting and boiling points, as well as its overall stability. Additionally, (2-bromo-5-chlorophenyl)methanol may exhibit biological activity, making it of interest in medicinal chemistry and material science. Its synthesis typically involves halogenation of a phenolic precursor followed by reduction or substitution reactions. Safety precautions should be observed when handling this compound due to the potential hazards associated with halogenated organic substances.
Formula:C7H6BrClO
InChI:InChI=1/C7H6BrClO/c8-7-2-1-6(9)3-5(7)4-10/h1-3,10H,4H2
SMILES:c1cc(c(cc1Cl)CO)Br
Synonyms:
  • Benzenemethanol, 2-bromo-5-chloro-
  • 2-Bromo-5-chlorobenzylalcohol
  • 2-Bromo-5-Chlorobenzyl Alcohol
  • 2-bromo-5-chloroBenzenemethanol
  • (2-Bromo-5-chlorophenyl)methanol
  • 2-Bromo-5-chlorobenzyl alcoho
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