1chloro2methylpropane

1-chloro-2-methylpropane, also known as isobutyl chloride, is an organic compound with the chemical formula C4H9Cl. It is a colorless liquid at room temperature and pressure. This compound is a haloalkane, specifically a primary alkyl halide, where a chlorine atom is attached to a primary carbon atom. The "2-methyl" part of its name indicates that a methyl group is attached to the second carbon atom of the propane chain.

The structure of 1-chloro-2-methylpropane consists of a three-carbon propane backbone, with a chlorine atom on the first carbon and a methyl group on the second carbon. It has a molecular weight of approximately 92.57 grams per mole. It is a volatile compound and is soluble in many organic solvents but has limited solubility in water.

1-chloro-2-methylpropane can be synthesized through various methods, commonly involving the reaction of isobutanol with a chlorinating agent such as hydrogen chloride or thionyl chloride. It finds applications as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of other chemicals and pharmaceuticals. Its reactivity is characteristic of primary alkyl halides, undergoing nucleophilic substitution and elimination reactions. It is important to handle this compound with care as it can be an irritant.