Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 2-Bromo-1-(2-chlorophenyl)ethanone (CAS: 5000-66-8)?
Answer
2-Bromo-1-(2-chlorophenyl)ethanone (CAS: 5000-66-8) is a white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 230.02 g/mol. It is slightly soluble in water but more soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. Chemically, it is moderately reactive, particularly with nucleophiles. It is stable under standard storage conditions but requires protection from light and moisture.
About
CAS No
5000-66-8
English Name
2-Bromo-1-(2-chlorophenyl)ethanone
Molecular Formula
C8H6BrClO
Molecular Weight
233.49 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C(=C1)C(=O)CBr)Cl
InChIKey
WZWWEVCLPKAQTA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-09 08:06
