Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of (2S)-(2-Chlorophenyl)(hydroxy)acetic acid (CAS: 52950-19-3)?
Answer
The physical and chemical properties of (2S)-(2-Chlorophenyl)(hydroxy)acetic acid include a white or off-white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 224.63 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water (0.4 g/100 mL at 25°C) and exhibits acidity due to the carboxylic acid group. The compound is reactive towards bases and can form salts. It is also susceptible to hydrolysis under basic conditions.
About
CAS No
52950-19-3
English Name
(2S)-(2-Chlorophenyl)(hydroxy)acetic acid
Molecular Formula
C8H7ClO3
Molecular Weight
186.59 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C(=C1)C(C(=O)O)O)Cl
InChIKey
RWOLDZZTBNYTMS-ZETCQYMHSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-19 21:14
