Compound Q&A
What is 4-(Chloromethyl)-5-methyl-1,3-dioxol-2-one (CAS: 80841-78-7)?
Answer
4-(Chloromethyl)-5-methyl-1,3-dioxol-2-one (CAS: 80841-78-7) is an organic compound with a molecular formula of C6H10ClO2. It is a cyclic ether containing a chloromethyl group and a methyl group. This compound is known for its reactivity and is often used in synthetic chemistry due to its ability to participate in various chemical reactions. It has a moderate solubility in polar solvents and is typically a solid at room temperature.
About
CAS No
80841-78-7
English Name
4-(Chloromethyl)-5-methyl-1,3-dioxol-2-one
Molecular Formula
C5H5ClO3
Molecular Weight
148.55 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=C(OC(=O)O1)CCl
InChIKey
QCLFSYYUWPUWQR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07