Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Ethyl 2-oxocyclohexanecarboxylate (CAS: 1655-07-8)?
Answer
Ethyl 2-oxocyclohexanecarboxylate (CAS: 1655-07-8) is a white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 146.21 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water but is more soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. Chemically, it is reactive towards nucleophiles and can undergo ester hydrolysis. It is also prone to intramolecular ester exchange reactions.
About
CAS No
1655-07-8
English Name
Ethyl 2-oxocyclohexanecarboxylate
Molecular Formula
C9H14O3
Molecular Weight
170.21 g/mol
SMILES
CCOC(=O)C1CCCCC1=O
InChIKey
FGSGHBPKHFDJOP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-07 10:18
