CAS 39482-46-7

2,2-Dimethyl-4-pentenoyl chloride

Description:

2,2-Dimethyl-4-pentenoyl chloride is an organic compound characterized by its functional groups and structural features. It is an acyl chloride, which means it contains a carbonyl group (C=O) bonded to a chlorine atom. This compound has a branched alkene structure, featuring a pentene backbone with two methyl groups attached to the second carbon. The presence of the acyl chloride functional group makes it highly reactive, particularly with nucleophiles, and it is often used in organic synthesis as an acylating agent. The compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a pungent odor, indicative of its reactivity and volatility. It is important to handle this substance with care due to its corrosive nature and potential to release harmful gases upon hydrolysis. In terms of applications, 2,2-Dimethyl-4-pentenoyl chloride can be utilized in the production of various chemical intermediates, polymers, and as a reagent in synthetic organic chemistry. Proper safety measures should be observed when working with this compound to mitigate risks associated with its reactivity and toxicity.

Formula: C₇H₁₁ClO

InChI: InChI=1S/C7H11ClO/c1-4-5-7(2,3)6(8)9/h4H,1,5H2,2-3H3

InChI key: InChIKey=WYKIVLYHNSLTKU-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(CC=C)(C(Cl)=O)(C)C

Synonyms:

• 4-Pentenoyl chloride, 2,2-dimethyl-
• 2,2-Dimethyl-4-pentenoyl chloride
• 2,2-Dimethyl-4-pentenoic acid chloride