Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Methyl 5-acetyl-2-hydroxybenzoate (CAS: 16475-90-4)?
Answer
Methyl 5-acetyl-2-hydroxybenzoate (CAS: 16475-90-4) is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 224.2 g/mol. It is slightly soluble in water but soluble in common organic solvents. This compound is moderately reactive and can undergo ester hydrolysis under basic conditions. Additionally, it can be used as a precursor in various organic synthesis reactions.
About
CAS No
16475-90-4
English Name
Methyl 5-acetyl-2-hydroxybenzoate
Molecular Formula
C10H10O4
Molecular Weight
194.19 g/mol
SMILES
CC(=O)C1=CC(=C(C=C1)O)C(=O)OC
InChIKey
XLSMGNNWSRNTIQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-16 13:49
