6-bromo-2-napthol

6-Bromo-2-naphthol is an organic compound with the following characteristics:

Chemical Structure:

• It is a derivative of naphthol, which consists of a naphthalene ring (a fused pair of benzene rings) with a hydroxyl group (-OH) attached to it at the 2nd position.
• Additionally, it has a bromine (Br) atom attached at the 6th position of the naphthalene ring.

IUPAC Name:

• 6-Bromo-2-naphthol

Chemical Formula:

• C₁₀H₇BrO

Molecular Weight:

• 223.07 g/mol

Physical Appearance:

• Typically, it appears as a solid (either a crystalline powder or as needles) and may vary in color from white to light brown.

Solubility:

• It is moderately soluble in organic solvents like ethanol, methanol, and slightly soluble in water.

Uses:

• 6-Bromo-2-naphthol is used as an intermediate in organic synthesis and can be employed in the production of dyes, pharmaceuticals, and various chemical compounds.

Chemical Properties:

• The hydroxyl group (-OH) provides this compound with some acidic properties, while the bromine atom contributes to its reactivity in substitution reactions.