Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 2-Bromo-1-(4-chlorophenyl)ethanone (CAS: 536-38-9)?
Answer
2-Bromo-1-(4-chlorophenyl)ethanone is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 264.04 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water but is more soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and acetone. This compound is known for its reactivity towards nucleophiles due to the bromine and chloro groups. It is a highly reactive intermediate used in organic synthesis.
About
CAS No
536-38-9
English Name
2-Bromo-1-(4-chlorophenyl)ethanone
Molecular Formula
C8H6BrClO
Molecular Weight
233.49 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=CC=C1C(=O)CBr)Cl
InChIKey
FLAYZKKEOIAALB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-08 00:42
