Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 2-Chloro-1,4-dimethoxybenzene (CAS: 2100-42-7)?
Answer
2-Chloro-1,4-dimethoxybenzene (CAS: 2100-42-7) is a yellow crystalline solid with a molecular weight of 228.07 g/mol. It has a melting point of 80-82°C and a boiling point of 230-231°C. This compound is slightly soluble in water but miscible with organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. It is moderately reactive towards nucleophiles and electrophiles, making it useful in various organic syntheses. Its solubility and reactivity make it an important intermediate in organic chemistry.
About
CAS No
2100-42-7
English Name
2-Chloro-1,4-dimethoxybenzene
Molecular Formula
C8H9ClO2
Molecular Weight
172.61 g/mol
SMILES
COC1=CC(=C(C=C1)OC)Cl
InChIKey
QMXZSRVFIWACJH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-07 19:42
