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Ketamine

IUPAC: 2-(2-chlorophenyl)-2-(methylamino)cyclohexan-1-one

C13H16ClNO Organic Compounds CAS 6740-88-1
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Formula / NotationC13H16ClNO
CAS Number6740-88-1
Molecular Weight237.72
Melting Point92.5ºC
SolubilitySoluble
AppearanceSolid
Also Known As2-(2-chlorophenyl)-2-(methylamino)cyclohexan-1-one; dl-Ketamine; Ketaject; Special K; (+-)-Ketamine; CI 581 base; Ketaminum; CLSTA 20; 6740-88-1; Calypsol
CategoryOrganic Compounds

What is Ketamine?

Ketamine is a member of the class of cyclohexanones in which one of the hydrogens at position 2 is substituted by a 2-chlorophenyl group, while the other is substituted by a methylamino group. It has a role as an analgesic, a xenobiotic, an intravenous anaesthetic, a neurotoxin, a NMDA receptor antagonist and an environmental contaminant. It is a member of cyclohexanones, a secondary amino compound and a member of monochlorobenzenes. It is functionally related to a norketamine.

Formula & Notation

C13H16ClNO

IUPAC Name: 2-(2-chlorophenyl)-2-(methylamino)cyclohexan-1-one

Other Names / Synonyms: 2-(2-chlorophenyl)-2-(methylamino)cyclohexan-1-one; dl-Ketamine; Ketaject; Special K; (+-)-Ketamine; CI 581 base; Ketaminum; CLSTA 20; 6740-88-1; Calypsol

Properties & Characteristics

Appearance: Solid. Molecular formula: C13H16ClNO. Molecular weight: 237.72 g/mol. Melting point: 92.5ºC. Solubility: Soluble. LogP: 2.2.

Physical Data

PropertyValue
Melting Point92.5ºC
Molecular Weight237.72
SolubilitySoluble
AppearanceSolid

Uses & Applications

Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.

Safety Information

Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.

Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.

Key Facts

Term Ketamine
Formula C13H16ClNO
CAS Number 6740-88-1
Molecular Weight 237.72
Category Organic Compounds
Index All "K" terms
Synonyms 2-(2-chlorophenyl)-2-(methylamino)cyclohexan-1-one; dl-Ketamine; Ketaject; Special K; (+-)-Ketamine; CI 581 base; Ketaminum; CLSTA 20; 6740-88-1; Calypsol

Frequently Asked Questions

Ketamine is a member of the class of cyclohexanones in which one of the hydrogens at position 2 is substituted by a 2-chlorophenyl group, while the other is substituted by a methylamino group. It has a role as an analgesic, a xenobiotic, an intravenous anaesthetic, a neurotoxin, a NMDA receptor antagonist and an environmental contaminant. It is a member of cyclohexanones, a secondary amino compound and a member of monochlorobenzenes. It is functionally related to a norketamine.

More "K" Terms

K Capture K capture: p + e⁻ → n + νₑ; also called electron capture (EC) Kelvin K = °C + 273.15 Ketene CH₂=C=O Ketone R₂C=O (ketone) | CH₃COCH₃ (acetone), CH₃COC₂H₅ (MEK) Kilogram 1 kg = 1000 g; SI base unit of mass; N = kg·m/s² Kinetic Energy Kinetic Molecular Theory KE_avg = (3/2)kT; PV = nRT Kinetics rate = k[A]^m[B]^n Krypton Kr Ksp Ksp = [M^n+]^a[X^m-]^b
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