Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 2-(Chlorocarbonyl)phenyl acetate (CAS: 5538-51-2)?
Answer
2-(Chlorocarbonyl)phenyl acetate (CAS: 5538-51-2) is a white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 277.69 g/mol. It is slightly soluble in water but has better solubility in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. The compound is known for its stability under normal conditions but reacts readily with strong bases to form chlorocarbonyl anion derivatives. It is not particularly reactive under acidic conditions.
About
CAS No
5538-51-2
English Name
2-(Chlorocarbonyl)phenyl acetate
Molecular Formula
C9H7ClO3
Molecular Weight
198.6 g/mol
SMILES
CC(=O)OC1=CC=CC=C1C(=O)Cl
InChIKey
DSGKWFGEUBCEIE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-09 19:18
