10049-25-9 | Chromium bromide (CrBr2) (6CI,7CI,8CI,9CI)

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Description

• Catalog Number: AA02543
• Chemical Name: Chromium bromide (CrBr2) (6CI,7CI,8CI,9CI)
• CAS Number: 10049-25-9
• Molecular Formula: Br5Cr3O
• Molecular Weight: 571.5077
• MDL Number: MFCD00049433
• SMILES: Br[Cr](=O)Br.[Cr+3].[Cr+3].[Br-].[Br-].[Br-]

Upstream Synthesis Route

Chromium bromide (CrBr2) is a versatile chemical compound widely used in chemical synthesis applications. As a powerful Lewis acid, CrBr2 is commonly employed as a catalyst in organic reactions such as Friedel-Crafts acylation and alkylation. Its ability to activate carbonyl compounds, facilitate halogenation reactions, and promote cyclization makes it a valuable tool in the preparation of various organic compounds. Additionally, CrBr2 is known for its role in the synthesis of complex natural products and pharmaceutical intermediates, where its high reactivity and selectivity are advantageous. In the field of organic chemistry, Chromium bromide serves as a vital reagent for achieving challenging transformations and has contributed significantly to the advancement of synthetic methodologies.