3-Bromo-7-hydroxy-1-naphthonitrile, also known as DBrN, is a heterocyclic compound of naphthoxazole. The molecule has a naphthalene ring system fused to the oxazole ring and nitrile group at position 1.
3-Bromo-7-hydroxy-1-naphthonitrile is a yellow solid with a melting point of 275°C and a boiling point of 416°C. It is soluble in most organic solvents such as methanol, ethanol, acetone and chloroform.
3-Bromo-7-hydroxy-1-naphthonitrile can be used in chemical analyses for the detection of DBrN in various matrices.Studies have shown that it possesses biological activities such as antitumour, antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral properties, making it a potential candidate for drug development.
