Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Methyl (2-chloroethoxy)acetate (CAS: 83881-47-4)?
Answer
Methyl (2-chloroethoxy)acetate (CAS: 83881-47-4) is a colorless to slightly yellow liquid with a molecular weight of approximately 166.59 g/mol. It has a high solubility in organic solvents but is only slightly soluble in water. The compound is moderately reactive, showing partial reactivity towards nucleophiles and basic conditions. It has a melting point of -17°C and a boiling point of 81°C.
About
CAS No
83881-47-4
English Name
Methyl (2-chloroethoxy)acetate
Molecular Formula
C5H9ClO3
Molecular Weight
152.577 g/mol
SMILES
COC(=O)COCCCl
InChIKey
RDFIZBYHUOHTQI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-05 08:54
