2-Bromobenzaldehyde is used in L-threonine aldolase-catalyzed enantio and diastereoselective aldol reactions. Further, it reacts with trichloromethane to prepare 1-(2-bromo-phenyl)-2,2,2-trichloro-ethanol.
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Applications2-Bromobenzaldehyde is used in L-threonine aldolase-catalyzed enantio and diastereoselective aldol reactions. Further, it reacts with trichloromethane to prepare 1-(2-bromo-phenyl)-2,2,2-trichloro-ethanol.
SolubilitySoluble in alcohol and benzene. Insoluble in water.
NotesAir sensitive. Incompatible with strong bases, strong oxidizing agents and strong reducing agents.