The reaction of with bromine and KOH gives RNH 2 as the end product. Which one of the following is the…

The reaction of  with bromine and KOH gives RNH2 as the end product. Which one of the following is the intermediate product formed in this reaction?

  1. R-NH-Br
  2. R-N=C=O

Solution

The given reaction follows Hoffman bromamide degradation mechanism for the preparation of primary amines. In this reaction alkyl or aryl isocynate is formed as an intermediate. The formation of intermediate is shown below.

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