Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of Ethyl (2E)-4-oxo-4-phenyl-2-butenoate (CAS: 17450-56-5)?
Answer
Ethyl (2E)-4-oxo-4-phenyl-2-butenoate is primarily used as a fragrance and flavoring agent in the food and cosmetic industries. It is also utilized in pharmaceutical applications as a synthetic intermediate and in research for various chemical compounds.
About
CAS No
17450-56-5
English Name
Ethyl (2E)-4-oxo-4-phenyl-2-butenoate
Molecular Formula
C12H12O3
Molecular Weight
204.23 g/mol
SMILES
CCOC(=O)C=CC(=O)C1=CC=CC=C1
InChIKey
ACXLBHHUHSJENU-CMDGGOBGSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-12 19:41
