Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 2-Methyl-2-propanyl 4-(chloromethyl)benzoate (CAS: 121579-86-0)?
Answer
2-Methyl-2-propanyl 4-(chloromethyl)benzoate is a crystalline compound with a molecular weight of approximately 247.62 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water but is more soluble in organic solvents like dichloromethane and acetone. The compound is relatively stable but can undergo nucleophilic substitution reactions. It has a melting point of around 70-72°C and is generally handled under standard laboratory conditions.
About
CAS No
121579-86-0
English Name
2-Methyl-2-propanyl 4-(chloromethyl)benzoate
Molecular Formula
C12H15ClO2
Molecular Weight
226.7 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C)(C)OC(=O)c1ccc(CCl)cc1
InChIKey
UDAULNDFFKITRZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-22 19:21
