Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of 1-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)-1-pentanone (CAS: 2589-71-1)?
Answer
1-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)-1-pentanone (CAS: 2589-71-1) is primarily utilized in pharmaceutical research as a building block for drug development. It also serves in the synthesis of agrochemicals and specialty chemicals, and may be employed in fragrance formulations. Its unique structure makes it valuable in organic chemistry for creating derivatives with potential applications in medicine, materials science, and other industries.
About
CAS No
2589-71-1
English Name
1-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)-1-pentanone
Molecular Formula
C11H14O2
Molecular Weight
178.23 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCC(=O)C1=CC=C(C=C1)O
InChIKey
ZKCJJGOOPOIZTE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:09
