CAS 38987-72-3

1-bromo-3-hydroxypropan-2-one

Description:

1-Bromo-3-hydroxypropan-2-one, with the CAS number 38987-72-3, is an organic compound characterized by the presence of a bromine atom, a hydroxyl group, and a ketone functional group within its molecular structure. This compound features a three-carbon chain, where the bromine is attached to the first carbon, the hydroxyl group is on the third carbon, and the ketone is located at the second carbon. It is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid, exhibiting moderate solubility in water due to the presence of the hydroxyl group, which can engage in hydrogen bonding. The compound may be sensitive to moisture and light, and it can undergo various chemical reactions, including nucleophilic substitutions and reductions. Its reactivity is influenced by the electrophilic nature of the carbonyl group and the leaving ability of the bromine atom. 1-Bromo-3-hydroxypropan-2-one is of interest in organic synthesis and may serve as an intermediate in the preparation of more complex molecules.

Formula: C₃H₅BrO₂

InChI: InChI=1/C3H5BrO2/c4-1-3(6)2-5/h5H,1-2H2

SMILES: C(C(=O)CO)Br

Synonyms:

• 1-Bromo-3-hydroxyacetone
• 2-Propanone, 1-Bromo-3-Hydroxy-
• 3-Bromo-1-Hydroxypropanone