Compound Q&A
What is Ethyl 2-bromobutanoate (CAS: 533-68-6)?
Answer
Ethyl 2-bromobutanoate is an organic compound with the chemical formula C6H11BrO2. It is a brominated ester characterized by a butanoate backbone and an ethyl group. This compound is typically a colorless liquid with a pleasant odor, and it is soluble in organic solvents. It is commonly used as an intermediate in organic synthesis and is identified by its CAS number 533-68-6.
About
CAS No
533-68-6
English Name
Ethyl 2-bromobutanoate
Molecular Formula
C6H11BrO2
Molecular Weight
195.05599999999998 g/mol
SMILES
CCC(C(=O)OCC)Br
InChIKey
XIMFCGSNSKXPBO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
