Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 4-Chloro-1H-indole-3-carbaldehyde (CAS: 876-72-2)?
Answer
4-Chloro-1H-indole-3-carbaldehyde (CAS: 876-72-2) is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 165.01 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water but is more soluble in organic solvents like dichloromethane and acetonitrile. The compound is moderately reactive, particularly towards nucleophiles. It shows basic behavior due to the presence of an indole ring, which can form hydrogen bonds and participate in aromatic processes.
About
CAS No
876-72-2
English Name
4-Chloro-1H-indole-3-carbaldehyde
Molecular Formula
C9H6ClNO
Molecular Weight
179.60599999999997 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC2=C(C(=C1)Cl)C(=CN2)C=O
InChIKey
MSYJFNQAVTYKOP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-13 12:55
