Phenylacetaldehyde (C8H8O)

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Target: Phenylacetaldehyde
CAS: 122-78-1
Formula: C8H8O
Approx. MW: 120.15
SMILES: O=CCc1ccccc1
PubChem CID: 998
Approx. carbons: C8

Phenylacetaldehyde structure

Properties

IUPAC name: 2-phenylacetaldehyde
Common names: phenylacetaldehyde; 2-phenylacetaldehyde; 122-78-1; Benzeneacetaldehyde; 2-Phenylethanal; alpha-Tolualdehyde; Phenylethanal; Phenylacetic aldehyde; alpha-Toluic aldehyde; Oxophenylethane
Molecular weight: 120.15
Exact mass: 120.06
InChIKey: DTUQWGWMVIHBKE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Density: 1.023-1.045

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FAQ

What is the chemical formula of Phenylacetaldehyde?

Phenylacetaldehyde has molecular formula C8H8O. Molecular weight about 120.15 g·mol⁻¹.

What is the CAS number of Phenylacetaldehyde?

The CAS Registry Number for Phenylacetaldehyde is 122-78-1.

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References & tools

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