Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 5-Chloro-2-cyanopyridine (CAS: 89809-64-3)?
Answer
5-Chloro-2-cyanopyridine (CAS: 89809-64-3) is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 147.57 g/mol. It is slightly soluble in water but more soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetonitrile. The compound is known for its high reactivity, particularly towards nucleophiles and electrophiles, making it useful in organic synthesis.
About
CAS No
89809-64-3
English Name
5-Chloro-2-cyanopyridine
Molecular Formula
C6H3ClN2
Molecular Weight
138.55 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=NC=C1Cl)C#N
InChIKey
WTHODOKFSYPTKA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-07 10:18
