Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 2-Chloro-1-(1-chlorocyclopropyl)ethanone (CAS: 120983-72-4)?
Answer
2-Chloro-1-(1-chlorocyclopropyl)ethanone is a crystalline compound with a molecular weight of approximately 166.02 g/mol. It is slightly soluble in water and has a pKa of around 4.5. This compound is highly reactive due to the presence of electron-withdrawing chlorines, making it susceptible to nucleophilic substitution reactions. It has a melting point of about 55-57°C and a boiling point of around 125-127°C. It is not flammable but can decompose under certain conditions, releasing toxic gases.
About
CAS No
120983-72-4
English Name
2-Chloro-1-(1-chlorocyclopropyl)ethanone
Molecular Formula
C5H6Cl2O
Molecular Weight
153.01 g/mol
SMILES
C1CC1(C(=O)CCl)Cl
InChIKey
VHHGLRZRRBYTNE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-16 13:49
