Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 2,2-Dibromo-1-(2-chlorophenyl)ethanone (CAS: 34356-83-7)?
Answer
2,2-Dibromo-1-(2-chlorophenyl)ethanone (CAS: 34356-83-7) is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 311.04 g/mol. It has limited water solubility and is highly reactive due to its bromine and chlorine functionalities. This compound is insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents such as dichloromethane and acetonitrile. It is prone to hydrolysis and is an effective electrophilic reagent.
About
CAS No
34356-83-7
English Name
2,2-Dibromo-1-(2-chlorophenyl)ethanone
Molecular Formula
C8H5Br2ClO
Molecular Weight
312.388 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C(=C1)C(=O)C(Br)Br)Cl
InChIKey
ZIJBOKNENCASCS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-03-17 06:03
