Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of (2-Chlorophenyl)methanol (CAS: 17849-38-6)?
Answer
(2-Chlorophenyl)methanol is a colorless or slightly yellow liquid with a molecular weight of approximately 160.59 g/mol. It has a pKa of about 14.3. The compound is soluble in water and various organic solvents. It is relatively stable but can react with strong bases. Its melting point is around -15°C and boiling point is about 185°C. For detailed properties, refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet for CAS: 17849-38-6.
About
CAS No
17849-38-6
English Name
(2-Chlorophenyl)methanol
Molecular Formula
C7H7ClO
Molecular Weight
142.58 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C(=C1)CO)Cl
InChIKey
MBYQPPXEXWRMQC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-07 10:18
