Compound Q&A
What is (2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl)methanol (CAS: 100-79-8)?
Answer
(2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl)methanol, with CAS number 100-79-8, is an organic compound featuring a dioxolane ring substituted with two methyl groups and a methanol group. It is a colorless liquid with a slightly sweet odor, known for its solubility in water and common use as a protective group in organic synthesis. Its chemical formula is C6H14O3, and it exhibits stability under normal conditions.
About
CAS No
100-79-8
English Name
(2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl)methanol
Molecular Formula
C6H12O3
Molecular Weight
132.16 g/mol
SMILES
CC1(C)OCC(CO)O1
InChIKey
RNVYQYLELCKWAN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
