Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoyl chloride (CAS: 329-15-7)?
Answer
4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoyl chloride (CAS: 329-15-7) is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a molecular weight of 275.05 g/mol. It has a high boiling point (159-161°C) and low solubility in water (0.2 g/L). The compound is highly reactive, particularly towards nucleophiles, and is prone to hydrolysis under basic conditions. It crystallizes in the monoclinic system and is used in organic synthesis for its electrophilic aromatic character.
About
CAS No
329-15-7
English Name
4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoyl chloride
Molecular Formula
C8H4ClF3O
Molecular Weight
208.57 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=CC=C1C(=O)Cl)C(F)(F)F
InChIKey
OXZYBOLWRXENKT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-08 00:42
