Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Methyl 5-chloro-2-hydroxybenzoate (CAS: 4068-78-4)?
Answer
Methyl 5-chloro-2-hydroxybenzoate is a crystalline compound with a molecular weight of approximately 210.59 g/mol. It has a solubility of about 0.6 g/L in water and is slightly soluble in ethanol. This compound exhibits moderate reactivity towards nucleophiles and electrophiles. It is stable under normal conditions but should be protected from moisture and heat.
About
CAS No
4068-78-4
English Name
Methyl 5-chloro-2-hydroxybenzoate
Molecular Formula
C8H7ClO3
Molecular Weight
186.59 g/mol
SMILES
COC(=O)C1=C(C=CC(=C1)Cl)O
InChIKey
KJWHRMZKJXOWFC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-07 10:19
