Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 2-Chloro-5-nitrobenzaldehyde (CAS: 6361-21-3)?
Answer
2-Chloro-5-nitrobenzaldehyde is a yellow to orange crystalline solid with a molecular weight of 211.01 g/mol. It is slightly soluble in water but more soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. It is relatively stable but may react with reducing agents. The compound is used in the synthesis of various organic compounds due to its functional groups.
About
CAS No
6361-21-3
English Name
2-Chloro-5-nitrobenzaldehyde
Molecular Formula
C7H4ClNO3
Molecular Weight
185.56 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=C(C=C1[N+](=O)[O-])C=O)Cl
InChIKey
VFVHWCKUHAEDMY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-09 19:18
