Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 3-(chloromethyl)pyridin-2-amine (CAS: 858431-29-5)?
Answer
3-(Chloromethyl)pyridin-2-amine (CAS: 858431-29-5) is a white to off-white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 176.58 g/mol. It is slightly soluble in water and has good solubility in organic solvents like methanol and ethanol. Chemically, it is reactive, particularly towards nucleophiles, and can undergo substitution reactions. It is also prone to hydrolysis under basic conditions.
About
CAS No
858431-29-5
English Name
3-(chloromethyl)pyridin-2-amine
Molecular Formula
C6H7ClN2
Molecular Weight
142.589 g/mol
SMILES
NC1=NC=CC=C1CCl
InChIKey
LFZLYRMLFKINJA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-03-19 14:17
