Question

The reaction of toluene with $C{l}_2$ in presence of $FeC{l}_3$ gives predominantly:

• A. benzoyl chloride
• B. benzyl chloride
• C. $o$-and $p$-chlorotoluene
• D. $m$-chlorotoluene

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

$o$-and $p$-chlorotoluene

The reaction of toluene with $C{l}_2$ in the presence of $FeC{l}_3$ gives predominantly $o-$and $p-$chlorotoluene. It is an example of electrophilic aromatic substitution reaction.

The methyl group is ortho and para directing group.

Option C is correct.