Compound Q&A
What is (3S)-4-chloro-3-hydroxybutanenitrile (CAS: 127913-44-4)?
Answer
(3S)-4-chloro-3-hydroxybutanenitrile, with CAS number 127913-44-4, is a synthetic organic compound characterized by a four-carbon chain with a chlorine atom at the 4th position, a hydroxyl group at the 3rd position, and a nitrile group at the 1st position. It is a colorless liquid with a distinct odor and exhibits polar properties due to the presence of hydroxyl and nitrile functional groups. This compound is used in various chemical applications due to its reactivity and structural versatility.
About
CAS No
127913-44-4
English Name
(3S)-4-chloro-3-hydroxybutanenitrile
Molecular Formula
C4H6ClNO
Molecular Weight
108.57 g/mol
SMILES
O[C@H](CCl)CC#N
InChIKey
VNBFUGOVQMFIRN-BYPYZUCNSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
