Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Dichloroacetaldehyde (CAS: 79-02-7)?
Answer
Dichloroacetaldehyde (CAS: 79-02-7) is a colorless to light yellow liquid with a molecular weight of approximately 110.52 g/mol. It has a pungent odor and is slightly soluble in water but miscible with common organic solvents. It is highly reactive, prone to oxidation and hydrolysis, and can form explosive peroxides under certain conditions.
About
CAS No
79-02-7
English Name
Dichloroacetaldehyde
Molecular Formula
C2H2Cl2O
Molecular Weight
112.94 g/mol
SMILES
C(=O)C(Cl)Cl
InChIKey
NWQWQKUXRJYXFH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-03-23 08:16
