Compound Q&A
What is 5-Chloro-2-furaldehyde (CAS: 21508-19-0)?
Answer
5-Chloro-2-furaldehyde (CAS: 21508-19-0) is an organic compound with the chemical formula C₄H₃ClO. This colorless to light yellow liquid is widely used in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals and as a reagent in chemical research. It is moderately reactive and has a pungent odor.
About
CAS No
21508-19-0
English Name
5-Chloro-2-furaldehyde
Molecular Formula
C5H3ClO2
Molecular Weight
130.53 g/mol
SMILES
C1=C(OC(=C1)Cl)C=O
InChIKey
DGAUAVDWXYXXGQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-03 16:47
