Compound Q&A
What is (4-Chlorophenyl)methanol (CAS: 873-76-7)?
Answer
(4-Chlorophenyl)methanol, with the CAS number 873-76-7, is a chemical compound consisting of a methanol group attached to a 4-chlorophenyl ring. It is a white crystalline solid with a molecular formula of C8H9ClO and exhibits moderate solubility in organic solvents. This compound is commonly used as an intermediate in organic synthesis due to its functional group versatility and reactivity in chemical reactions.
About
CAS No
873-76-7
English Name
(4-Chlorophenyl)methanol
Molecular Formula
C7H7ClO
Molecular Weight
142.59 g/mol
SMILES
OCc1ccc(Cl)cc1
InChIKey
PTHGDVCPCZKZKR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
