3chlorocyclohexene

3-Chlorocyclohexene is an organic compound with the chemical formula C6H9Cl. It is a cyclic alkene that contains a chlorine atom substituted on the third carbon atom of the six-membered ring, adjacent to the double bond. It is a colorless liquid at room temperature and pressure.

The synthesis of 3-chlorocyclohexene can be achieved through various methods, including the addition of hydrogen chloride to cyclohexadiene or the dehydrohalogenation of dichlorocyclohexanes. Its chemical properties are influenced by both the presence of the chlorine atom and the double bond. The double bond allows for typical alkene reactions such as addition reactions, while the chlorine atom can undergo nucleophilic substitution reactions.

3-Chlorocyclohexene can be used as a building block in organic synthesis. Its reactivity makes it a useful intermediate for the preparation of other more complex organic molecules. Due to its chemical nature, it is generally handled with appropriate safety precautions in a laboratory setting. Information regarding its specific applications and commercial availability may vary.