Compound Q&A
What is Dichloroacetyl chloride (CAS: 79-36-7)?
Answer
Dichloroacetyl chloride, also known as chloroacetyl dichloride, is a chemical compound with the molecular formula C2H2Cl3. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a strong chloroform-like odor. It is highly reactive and unstable, often used as an intermediate in organic synthesis.
About
CAS No
79-36-7
English Name
Dichloroacetyl chloride
Molecular Formula
C2HCl3O
Molecular Weight
147.39 g/mol
SMILES
C(C(=O)Cl)(Cl)Cl
InChIKey
FBCCMZVIWNDFMO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-27 16:07
