Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 1-Chloro-3-phenylacetone (CAS: 937-38-2)?
Answer
1-Chloro-3-phenylacetone (CAS: 937-38-2) is a white or pale yellow crystalline solid. Its molecular weight is approximately 226.68 g/mol. This compound is slightly soluble in water but soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. Chemically, it is moderately reactive and can undergo nucleophilic substitution reactions. It is also prone to hydrolysis under basic conditions.
About
CAS No
937-38-2
English Name
1-Chloro-3-phenylacetone
Molecular Formula
C9H9ClO
Molecular Weight
168.62 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C=C1)CC(=O)CCl
InChIKey
NIOHSOXYJMSVOA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-01-07 10:17
