Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of (R)-(+)-2-Chloropropionic Acid (CAS: 7474-05-7)?
Answer
(R)-(+)-2-Chloropropionic Acid is a white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 132.54 g/mol. It has a pKa of 2.3 and is slightly soluble in water. The compound is reactive, showing good reactivity towards nucleophiles and electrophiles. It is commonly used in organic synthesis and pharmaceuticals due to its chirality and reactivity.
About
CAS No
7474-05-7
English Name
(R)-(+)-2-Chloropropionic Acid
Molecular Formula
C3H5ClO2
Molecular Weight
108.52 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C(=O)O)Cl
InChIKey
GAWAYYRQGQZKCR-UWTATZPHSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-22 19:21
