Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 3-(Methylsulfanyl)propanoyl chloride (CAS: 7031-23-4)?
Answer
3-(Methylsulfanyl)propanoyl chloride is a colorless to white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 158.17 g/mol. It has a melting point of 64-66°C and is soluble in organic solvents such as dichloromethane and methanol. It is moderately reactive, especially towards nucleophiles and bases, making it useful in various synthetic applications.
About
CAS No
7031-23-4
English Name
3-(Methylsulfanyl)propanoyl chloride
Molecular Formula
C4H7ClOS
Molecular Weight
138.62 g/mol
SMILES
CSCCC(=O)Cl
InChIKey
NRHMXMBVLXSSAX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-31 06:49
