Bromocyclopentane Explained

Bromocyclopentane is a derivative of cyclopentane, an alkyl halide with the chemical formula . It is a colorless to light yellow liquid at standard temperature and pressure.

Uses

Bromocyclopentane is reacted with magnesium turnings in dry tetrahydrofuran making cyclopentyl Grignard reagent, a main precursor in the synthesis of Ketamine.[1]

Notes and References

  1. US. 3254124A. 1. A MEMBER OF THE CLASS CONSISTING OF A FREE BASE AND PHARMACEUTICALLY ACCEPTABLE ACID ADDITION SALTS THEREOF, SAID FREE BASE HAVING THE FORMULA:. patent. 1966-05-31. Stevens. Calvin.

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