Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 2-(Chloromethyl)quinoline (CAS: 4377-41-7)?
Answer
2-(Chloromethyl)quinoline (CAS: 4377-41-7) is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 181.61 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water but is soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. The compound is moderately reactive towards nucleophiles and can undergo nucleophilic substitution reactions. It is used in various applications requiring its unique chemical properties.
About
CAS No
4377-41-7
English Name
2-(Chloromethyl)quinoline
Molecular Formula
C10H8ClN
Molecular Weight
177.63 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C=CC(=N2)CCl
InChIKey
DDEAEWMDOSXKBX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-01-01 15:35
