Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzaldehyde (CAS: 82386-89-8)?
Answer
2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzaldehyde (CAS: 82386-89-8) is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 260.03 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water but is soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. The compound is known for its high reactivity, particularly towards nucleophiles and electrophiles. It exhibits good stability under normal conditions but can react with bases to form an alkoxide.
About
CAS No
82386-89-8
English Name
2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzaldehyde
Molecular Formula
C8H4ClF3O
Molecular Weight
208.57 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=C(C=C1C(F)(F)F)C=O)Cl
InChIKey
OZZOJJJYKYKBNH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-13 09:53
