Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 3,3-Bis(bromomethyl)oxetane (CAS: 2402-83-7)?
Answer
3,3-Bis(bromomethyl)oxetane (CAS: 2402-83-7) is a colorless, crystalline compound with a molecular weight of approximately 235.96 g/mol. It has low solubility in water but is soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and acetone. This compound is highly reactive and undergoes nucleophilic substitution reactions readily. It is often used in organic synthesis as a brominating agent.
About
CAS No
2402-83-7
English Name
3,3-Bis(bromomethyl)oxetane
Molecular Formula
C5H8Br2O
Molecular Weight
243.93 g/mol
SMILES
C1C(CO1)(CBr)CBr
InChIKey
QOPMHMFIIMJWET-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-17 07:35
