Compound Q&A
What is Ethyl 3-hydroxybutanoate (CAS: 5405-41-4)?
Answer
Ethyl 3-hydroxybutanoate is a chemical compound with the formula C6H12O3. It is a colorless liquid characterized by a mild, fruity odor. This ester contains a hydroxyl group on the third carbon of the butanoate chain, making it useful in various chemical applications. It is soluble in organic solvents and has moderate solubility in water.
About
CAS No
5405-41-4
English Name
Ethyl 3-hydroxybutanoate
Molecular Formula
C6H12O3
Molecular Weight
132.16 g/mol
SMILES
CCOC(=O)CC(C)O
InChIKey
OMSUIQOIVADKIM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
