Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 1-Bromo-3-hydroxynaphthalene (CAS: 5498-31-7)?
Answer
1-Bromo-3-hydroxynaphthalene (CAS: 5498-31-7) is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 231.06 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water (less than 1 g/100 mL at 20°C) but is more soluble in organic solvents like ethanol, acetone, and dichloromethane. This compound is relatively stable under neutral conditions but can react with strong bases to form hydroxide salts. It is used as a precursor in organic synthesis and exhibits certain reactivity towards nucleophiles and reducing agents.
About
CAS No
5498-31-7
English Name
1-Bromo-3-hydroxynaphthalene
Molecular Formula
C10H7BrO
Molecular Weight
223.07 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C=C(C=C2Br)O
InChIKey
PQNQMYMGUXGWTG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-29 09:43
