Compound Q&A
What is 5-Methyl-1,2-oxazole-4-carboxylic acid (CAS: 42831-50-5)?
Answer
5-Methyl-1,2-oxazole-4-carboxylic acid is a compound with the CAS number 42831-50-5. It has the chemical formula C5H5NO2 and is a colorless to white crystalline solid. It is slightly soluble in water and has a pungent odor. It is used in various applications including pharmaceuticals, as a reagent in organic synthesis, and in the food industry as a flavor enhancer.
About
CAS No
42831-50-5
English Name
5-Methyl-1,2-oxazole-4-carboxylic acid
Molecular Formula
C5H5NO3
Molecular Weight
127.1 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=C(C=NO1)C(=O)O
InChIKey
VQBXUKGMJCPBMF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-07 00:47
