Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Methyl 2-(2,3-Dichlorobenzylidene)acetoacetate (CAS: 74073-22-6)?
Answer
Methyl 2-(2,3-Dichlorobenzylidene)acetoacetate (CAS: 74073-22-6) is a crystalline compound with a molecular weight of approximately 334.02 g/mol. It has a low water solubility, with a maximum solubility of 0.1 g/L at 20°C. The compound is highly reactive due to its chlorinated benzylidene group, making it susceptible to degradation under basic conditions. It is insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents such as acetone and dichloromethane.
About
CAS No
74073-22-6
English Name
Methyl 2-(2,3-Dichlorobenzylidene)acetoacetate
Molecular Formula
C12H10Cl2O3
Molecular Weight
273.11 g/mol
SMILES
CC(=O)C(=CC1=C(C(=CC=C1)Cl)Cl)C(=O)OC
InChIKey
QQXPSPWWWCQBFM-RMKNXTFCSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-23 10:23
