Compound Q&A
What is 2-Hydroxy-5-octanoylbenzoic acid (CAS: 78418-01-6)?
Answer
2-Hydroxy-5-octanoylbenzoic acid is a derivative of benzoic acid with a hydroxy group and an octanoyl substituent. It has the chemical formula C15H26O4. This compound exhibits acidic properties and is used in various applications due to its unique chemical structure.
About
CAS No
78418-01-6
English Name
2-Hydroxy-5-octanoylbenzoic acid
Molecular Formula
C15H20O4
Molecular Weight
264.32 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCCCC(=O)C1=CC(=C(C=C1)O)C(=O)O
InChIKey
IXIGWKNBFPKCCD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-03 20:18
