Compound Q&A
What is Bromo(chloro)acetic acid (CAS: 69430-36-0)?
Answer
Bromo(chloro)acetic acid, with the chemical formula C2H2BrCl2O2, is a halogenated acetic acid derivative containing both bromo and chloro substituents. It is a colorless liquid with strong acidity, characterized by its reactivity in organic synthesis and potential applications in various industrial processes. The compound is known for its ability to participate in nucleophilic substitution reactions due to the presence of halogen atoms.
About
CAS No
69430-36-0
English Name
Bromo(chloro)acetic acid
Molecular Formula
C2H2BrClO2
Molecular Weight
173.393 g/mol
SMILES
C(C(=O)O)(Cl)Br
InChIKey
GEHJBWKLJVFKPS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:09
