Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 2-[4-(2,4-Dichlorophenoxy)phenoxy]propanoic acid (CAS: 40843-25-2)?
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2-[4-(2,4-Dichlorophenoxy)phenoxy]propanoic acid (CAS: 40843-25-2) is a white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 396.03 g/mol. It has a melting point of about 127-128°C and is slightly soluble in water. This compound is not highly reactive but can undergo acid-catalyzed esterification reactions. It is often used in chemical synthesis due to its stability and specific functional groups.
About
CAS No
40843-25-2
English Name
2-[4-(2,4-Dichlorophenoxy)phenoxy]propanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C15H12Cl2O4
Molecular Weight
327.16 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C(=O)O)OC1=CC=C(C=C1)OC2=C(C=C(C=C2)Cl)Cl
InChIKey
OOLBCHYXZDXLDS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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