NBS, hν
NBS, hν in organic chemistry: what it does, when to use it and what to watch out for. Covers Aromatic chemistry, Radicals.
Overview
NBS, hν is a reagent used in organic chemistry. Below is what it does in each reaction type where it appears.
Aromatic chemistry
- What it does: Benzylic bromination
- What gets installed: Benzylic Br
Radicals
- What it does: Allylic/benzylic bromination
- Key clue: Keeps C=C