Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of 6-Hydroxy-5-methyl-4,11-dioxoundecanoic acid (CAS: 68441-17-8)?
Answer
6-Hydroxy-5-methyl-4,11-dioxoundecanoic acid (CAS: 68441-17-8) is primarily used in pharmaceutical development as a key intermediate for synthesizing bioactive compounds. It also finds applications in industrial chemical processes and research involving polymer science or metabolic pathway studies. Its unique structure may support specialized functions in drug design and organic chemistry, though widespread commercial use remains limited.
About
CAS No
68441-17-8
English Name
6-Hydroxy-5-methyl-4,11-dioxoundecanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C12H20O5
Molecular Weight
244.29 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C(CCCCC=O)O)C(=O)CCC(=O)O
InChIKey
AZUZXOSWBOBCJY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
