Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of 3-Methyl-2-butenoic acid (CAS: 541-47-9)?
Answer
3-Methyl-2-butenoic acid (CAS: 541-47-9) is used in pharmaceuticals as an intermediate in drug synthesis, in the food industry as a flavoring agent, and in research for organic synthesis and analytical chemistry. It also finds applications in the production of solvents and coatings due to its chemical reactivity and stability.
About
CAS No
541-47-9
English Name
3-Methyl-2-butenoic acid
Molecular Formula
C5H8O2
Molecular Weight
100.12 g/mol
SMILES
CC(=CC(=O)O)C
InChIKey
YYPNJNDODFVZLE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
