Compound Q&A
What is (2-Chlorophenyl)(hydroxy)acetic acid (CAS: 10421-85-9)?
Answer
(2-Chlorophenyl)(hydroxy)acetic acid, with the CAS number 10421-85-9, is an organic compound containing a chlorophenyl group and a hydroxyacetic acid moiety. It is a white crystalline solid that is soluble in water and commonly used in chemical research. Its chemical formula is C8H7ClO2, and it exhibits acidic properties due to the presence of the hydroxyl group.
About
CAS No
10421-85-9
English Name
(2-Chlorophenyl)(hydroxy)acetic acid
Molecular Formula
C8H7ClO3
Molecular Weight
186.59 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C(=C1)C(C(=O)O)O)Cl
InChIKey
RWOLDZZTBNYTMS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
