Compound Q&A
What is 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-1H-isoindole-1,3(2H)-dione (CAS: 118-29-6)?
Answer
2-(Hydroxymethyl)-1H-isoindole-1,3(2H)-dione (CAS: 118-29-6) is a heterocyclic organic compound with the chemical formula C8H6O3. It features a hydroxymethyl group attached to an isoindole-1,3-dione ring, making it a key intermediate in pharmaceutical and chemical syntheses. The compound is known for its stability and reactivity in organic reactions, often used in the production of dyes, drugs, and materials science applications.
About
CAS No
118-29-6
English Name
2-(Hydroxymethyl)-1H-isoindole-1,3(2H)-dione
Molecular Formula
C9H7NO3
Molecular Weight
177.15899999999996 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C(=O)N(C2=O)CO
InChIKey
MNSGOOCAMMSKGI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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