Single Choice

Which reagent is used for bromination of methyl phenyl ether ?

A$$Br_2 /CH_3COOH$$
Correct Answer
B$$Br_2 / Red\, P$$
C$$Br_2 /FeBr_3 $$
D$$HBr/\Delta$$

Solution

Phenylalkyl ethers undergo halogenation at ortho/para of alkoxy group with bromine in ethanoic acid even in the absence of iron (III) bromide catalyst. It is due to the activation of benzene ring by the alkoxy group. Para isomer is obtained in 90% yield.
Option A is correct.

SIMILAR QUESTIONS

Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers

Action of hydrogen iodide on anisole gives:

Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers

The reagent used for the preparation of higher ethers from halogenated ethers is:

Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers

Write the main product(s) in each of the following reaction:

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