2-chlorobenzaldehyde
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2-Chlorobenzaldehyde ('''o-chlorobenzaldehyde''') is an organic compound with the formula . It is one of three isomeric monochlorinated benzaldehyde. 3-Chlorobenzaldehyde and 4-chlorobenzaldehyde are the other isomers. Whereas benzaldehyde is prone to autoxidation, the 2-chloro derivatives are more air-stable.
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2-Chlorobenzaldehyde ('''o-chlorobenzaldehyde''') is an organic compound with the formula . It is one of three isomeric monochlorinated benzaldehyde. 3-Chlorobenzaldehyde and 4-chlorobenzaldehyde are the other isomers. Whereas benzaldehyde is prone to autoxidation, the 2-chloro derivatives are more air-stable.
==Synthesis and uses== It is produced by hydrolysis of 2-chlorobenzal chloride:
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