Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of methyl 3-chloro-2,2-dimethyl-3-oxopropanoate (CAS: 64507-20-6)?
Answer
Methyl 3-chloro-2,2-dimethyl-3-oxopropanoate is a colorless to pale yellow liquid at room temperature. It has a molecular weight of approximately 160.58 g/mol. The compound is slightly soluble in water but soluble in common organic solvents like ethanol, acetone, and dichloromethane. It is known for its reactivity towards nucleophiles, particularly chloride displacement reactions.
About
CAS No
64507-20-6
English Name
methyl 3-chloro-2,2-dimethyl-3-oxopropanoate
Molecular Formula
C6H9ClO3
Molecular Weight
164.59 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C)(C(=O)OC)C(=O)Cl
InChIKey
YHZPQWZDBDVTIT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-04-02 05:05
