Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 2-(Benzyloxy)-2-(2-naphthyl)acetonitrile (CAS: 500372-25-8)?
Answer
2-(Benzyloxy)-2-(2-naphthyl)acetonitrile (CAS: 500372-25-8) is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 283.27 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water but is soluble in common organic solvents such as dichloromethane and methanol. The compound is moderately reactive, showing electrophilic character towards nucleophiles and can undergo substitution reactions. It is stable under normal conditions but should be handled with care due to its reactivity.
About
CAS No
500372-25-8
English Name
2-(Benzyloxy)-2-(2-naphthyl)acetonitrile
Molecular Formula
C19H15NO
Molecular Weight
17.03 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C=C1)COC(C#N)C2=CC3=CC=CC=C3C=C2
InChIKey
SLMXQIWKVZNVSR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-03-10 19:33
