Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 3-Bromo-5-chlorobenzoic acid (CAS: 42860-02-6)?
Answer
3-Bromo-5-chlorobenzoic acid is a white to off-white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 247.01 g/mol. It is slightly soluble in water and more soluble in organic solvents. The compound is known for its low reactivity in aqueous solutions but shows moderate reactivity under acidic or basic conditions. It has a pKa of about 4.6 in aqueous solution.
About
CAS No
42860-02-6
English Name
3-Bromo-5-chlorobenzoic acid
Molecular Formula
C7H4BrClO2
Molecular Weight
235.46 g/mol
SMILES
C1=C(C=C(C=C1Cl)Br)C(=O)O
InChIKey
PBRRUJWXRUGGAW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-28 13:06
