Compound Q&A
What is 1,2,3,4-Butanetetrol (CAS: 149-32-6)?
Answer
1,2,3,4-Butanetetrol, with the CAS number 149-32-6, is a chemical compound consisting of four hydroxyl groups attached to a butane backbone. It is a white crystalline solid with high polarity and is commonly used as a synthetic intermediate in organic chemistry. Its molecular formula is C4H10O4, and it exhibits strong hydrogen bonding capabilities, making it soluble in water and polar solvents.
About
CAS No
149-32-6
English Name
1,2,3,4-Butanetetrol
Molecular Formula
C4H10O4
Molecular Weight
122.11999999999999 g/mol
SMILES
OC[C@H](O)[C@H](O)CO
InChIKey
UNXHWFMMPAWVPI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
