Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of (2Z)-2,3-Dibromo-4-oxo-2-butenoic acid (CAS: 488-11-9)?
Answer
(2Z)-2,3-Dibromo-4-oxo-2-butenoic acid (CAS: 488-11-9) is primarily used in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It can also be utilized as a starting material in organic synthesis due to its bromine substituents, which are highly reactive and can undergo various transformations.
About
CAS No
488-11-9
English Name
(2Z)-2,3-Dibromo-4-oxo-2-butenoic acid
Molecular Formula
C4H2Br2O3
Molecular Weight
257.87 g/mol
EINECS
207-670-5
SMILES
C(=O)C(=C(C(=O)O)Br)Br
InChIKey
NCNYEGJDGNOYJX-IHWYPQMZSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-03 20:18
