Compound Q&A
What is 2-Chloro-2-oxoethyl acetate (CAS: 13831-31-7)?
Answer
2-Chloro-2-oxoethyl acetate, with CAS number 13831-31-7, is an organic compound that contains a chloro group and an acetyl ester functional group. It is a colorless liquid with moderate solubility in water and is commonly used as an intermediate in chemical synthesis. Its molecular formula is C5H8ClO2, and it exhibits typical ester properties such as reactivity and volatility.
About
CAS No
13831-31-7
English Name
2-Chloro-2-oxoethyl acetate
Molecular Formula
C4H5ClO3
Molecular Weight
136.53 g/mol
SMILES
CC(=O)OCC(=O)Cl
InChIKey
HZDNNJABYXNPPV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:09
