Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 2-Chloro-1-(3-chlorophenyl)ethanone (CAS: 21886-56-6)?
Answer
2-Chloro-1-(3-chlorophenyl)ethanone (CAS: 21886-56-6) is a white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 212.03 g/mol. It is slightly soluble in water but soluble in common organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. This compound is relatively stable under normal conditions but can undergo hydrolysis and chlorination under acidic or basic conditions. It is used in various chemical processes and has a pKa of around 6.5.
About
CAS No
21886-56-6
English Name
2-Chloro-1-(3-chlorophenyl)ethanone
Molecular Formula
C8H6Cl2O
Molecular Weight
189.04 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=CC(=C1)Cl)C(=O)CCl
InChIKey
AVUVSYIYUADCKE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-01 13:51
