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CAS 98799-27-0

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Benzene, 2-(bromomethyl)-1-methyl-4-nitro-

Description:
Benzene, 2-(bromomethyl)-1-methyl-4-nitro- is an organic compound characterized by its aromatic benzene ring substituted with a bromomethyl group, a methyl group, and a nitro group. The presence of the nitro group (-NO2) indicates that it is a nitroaromatic compound, which often exhibits significant reactivity due to the electron-withdrawing nature of the nitro group. The bromomethyl group (-CH2Br) introduces a halogen, making the compound potentially useful in various chemical reactions, such as nucleophilic substitutions. The methyl group (-CH3) contributes to the overall hydrophobic character of the molecule. This compound is likely to be a yellow to brown solid at room temperature and may be soluble in organic solvents. Its applications could range from serving as an intermediate in organic synthesis to being used in the production of dyes or pharmaceuticals. As with many nitro compounds, it may pose environmental and health risks, necessitating careful handling and disposal.
Formula:C8H8BrNO2
InChI:InChI=1S/C8H8BrNO2/c1-6-2-3-8(10(11)12)4-7(6)5-9/h2-4H,5H2,1H3
InChI key:VAKLDLBPYFVTTA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:CC1=C(C=C(C=C1)[N+](=O)[O-])CBr
Found 2 products.