Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of 2-Chloro-1-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)ethanone (CAS: 99-40-1)?
Answer
2-Chloro-1-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)ethanone (CAS: 99-40-1) is primarily used in pharmaceuticals as a precursor for drug development, particularly in the synthesis of antipsychotic and antidepressant compounds. It also serves industrial applications in chemical manufacturing and research for creating derivatives with specific biological activities. Its utility stems from the functional groups that allow for further modification in synthetic pathways.
About
CAS No
99-40-1
English Name
2-Chloro-1-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)ethanone
Molecular Formula
C8H7ClO3
Molecular Weight
186.59 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=C(C=C1C(=O)CCl)O)O
InChIKey
LWTJEJCZJFZKEL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:09
