CAS 85199-47-9

2-Propanone, 1-nitro-3-phenyl-

Description:

2-Propanone, 1-nitro-3-phenyl- is an organic compound characterized by its ketone functional group and a nitro group attached to a phenyl ring. This compound features a three-carbon chain (propanone) with a carbonyl group (C=O) at the second carbon, while the nitro group (NO2) is positioned at the first carbon of the propanone structure, and a phenyl group (C6H5) is attached to the third carbon. The presence of both the nitro and phenyl groups contributes to its potential reactivity and applications in organic synthesis. Typically, compounds like this may exhibit properties such as being a colorless to pale yellow liquid, with a distinctive odor, and may be soluble in organic solvents. Its reactivity can be influenced by the electron-withdrawing nature of the nitro group, which can affect the compound's behavior in chemical reactions, such as electrophilic aromatic substitution. Safety precautions should be taken when handling this compound, as nitro compounds can be hazardous.

Formula: C₉H₉NO₃