Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of (2E)-4-Methoxy-4-oxo-2-butenoic acid (CAS: 2756-87-8)?
Answer
(2E)-4-Methoxy-4-oxo-2-butenoic acid (CAS: 2756-87-8) is primarily used in pharmaceutical research as an intermediate for drug development. It also finds applications in the fragrance and flavor industry due to its aromatic properties. Additionally, it is used in organic synthesis for the production of various derivatives and in research settings for chemical studies.
About
CAS No
2756-87-8
English Name
(2E)-4-Methoxy-4-oxo-2-butenoic acid
Molecular Formula
C5H6O4
Molecular Weight
130.1 g/mol
SMILES
COC(=O)C=CC(=O)O
InChIKey
NKHAVTQWNUWKEO-NSCUHMNNSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:09
