Compound Q&A
What is 3-Hydroxy-2-naphthoic acid (CAS: 92-70-6)?
Answer
3-Hydroxy-2-naphthoic acid (CAS: 92-70-6) is a naphthalene derivative with the chemical formula C11H10O3. It features a hydroxyl group and a carboxylic acid functional group attached to the naphthalene ring. This compound is a white crystalline solid with moderate solubility in organic solvents. It is commonly used as an intermediate in organic synthesis and exhibits specific chemical reactivity due to its aromatic structure.
About
CAS No
92-70-6
English Name
3-Hydroxy-2-naphthoic acid
Molecular Formula
C11H8O3
Molecular Weight
188.18 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C2C=C(C(=CC2=C1)C(=O)O)O
InChIKey
ALKYHXVLJMQRLQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-28 11:52
