Compound Q&A
What is 3,3-Dimethyl-2-oxobutanoic acid (CAS: 815-17-8)?
Answer
3,3-Dimethyl-2-oxobutanoic acid (CAS 815-17-8) is a branched-chain carboxylic acid with a ketone group. Its chemical formula is C6H10O3, and it is a solid at room temperature. It exhibits moderate solubility in water and organic solvents, with a molecular weight of 130.14 g/mol. This compound is commonly used as an intermediate in organic synthesis due to its functional group versatility.
About
CAS No
815-17-8
English Name
3,3-Dimethyl-2-oxobutanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C6H10O3
Molecular Weight
130.143 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C)(C)C(=O)C(=O)O
InChIKey
IAWVHZJZHDSEOC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
