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CAS 75460-28-5

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4'-Bromobenzo-18-crown-6

Description:
4'-Bromobenzo-18-crown-6 is a synthetic macrocyclic compound belonging to the crown ether family, characterized by its ability to selectively bind cations, particularly alkali metals. The structure features a crown-like arrangement of ether linkages, which provides a cavity suitable for ion coordination. The presence of a bromobenzene substituent enhances its solubility in organic solvents and can influence its binding properties. This compound exhibits properties typical of crown ethers, such as high selectivity for certain metal ions, which makes it useful in applications like ion extraction, separation processes, and as a ligand in coordination chemistry. Additionally, its ability to form complexes with cations can be exploited in sensor technology and catalysis. The compound is generally stable under standard conditions but may undergo reactions typical of aromatic bromides, such as nucleophilic substitution. Safety precautions should be observed when handling this compound, as with many organic chemicals, due to potential toxicity and environmental impact.
Formula:C16H23BrO6
InChI:InChI=1/C16H23BrO6/c17-14-1-2-15-16(13-14)23-12-10-21-8-6-19-4-3-18-5-7-20-9-11-22-15/h1-2,13H,3-12H2
InChI key:XHHZIFBFFGIFNI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:c1cc2c(cc1Br)OCCOCCOCCOCCOCCO2
Synonyms:
  • 4-Bromobenzo-18-crown 6-ether
  • 18-Bromo-2,3,5,6,8,9,11,12,14,15-Decahydro-1,4,7,10,13,16-Benzohexaoxacyclooctadecine
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