- Source: 2,4,6-Tribromoaniline
2,4,6-Tribromoaniline is a brominated derivative of aniline with the formula C6H4Br3N. It is used in organic synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals and fire-extinguishing agents.
Synthesis
2,4,6-Tribromoaniline can be prepared by treating bromine water with aniline in a solution of acetic acid or dilute hydrochloric acid:
Reactions
Diazotization, then reaction with ethanol to replace the diazonium group with hydrogen, gives 1,3,5-tribromobenzene.
See also
Bromine test
4-Bromoaniline
2,4,6-Tribromoanisole
2,4,6-Tribromophenol
