Compound Q&A
What is 1-(Chloromethyl)-3-methylbenzene (CAS: 620-19-9)?
Answer
1-(Chloromethyl)-3-methylbenzene, also known as 3-methylbenzene with a chloromethyl group, is an organic chemical compound with the molecular formula C8H10Cl. It is a colorless liquid with a distinctive aromatic odor and is commonly used as an intermediate in organic synthesis. The compound exhibits moderate solubility in water and is stable under normal conditions.
About
CAS No
620-19-9
English Name
1-(Chloromethyl)-3-methylbenzene
Molecular Formula
C8H9Cl
Molecular Weight
140.61 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=CC(=CC=C1)CCl
InChIKey
LZBOHNCMCCSTJX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
