Compound Q&A
Are there alternatives to 2-(Chloromethyl)benzoic acid (CAS: 85888-81-9) in synthesis?
Answer
Potential alternatives to 2-(Chloromethyl)benzoic acid include other chlorobenzoic acids or derivatives with different functional groups. Common substitute reagents might include chloral hydrate or other halogenated compounds. These alternatives can offer similar chemical reactivity but with potentially different physical and environmental properties.
About
CAS No
85888-81-9
English Name
2-(Chloromethyl)benzoic acid
Molecular Formula
C8H7ClO2
Molecular Weight
170.6 g/mol
SMILES
c1ccc(c(c1)CCl)C(=O)O
InChIKey
YTEUDCIEJDRJTM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-17 14:48
