How to Synthesize Chloroacetone?

Chloroacetone may be synthesized from the reaction between chlorine and diketene, or by the chlorination of acetone.

How do you make Bromoacetone?

Bromoacetone is prepared by combining bromine and acetone, with catalytic acid. As with all ketones, acetone enolizes in the presence of acids or bases. The alpha carbon then undergoes electrophilic substitution with bromine.

What is Chloroacetone used for?

Chloroacetone is an amber to black liquid with a pungent odor. It is used in making couplers for color photography, perfumes, drugs, insecticides, and as a medication. * Chloroacetone is on the Hazardous Substance List because it is cited by ACGIH and DOT.

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