Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 2-Hydroxy-5-methylisophthalaldehyde (CAS: 7310-95-4)?
Answer
2-Hydroxy-5-methylisophthalaldehyde (CAS: 7310-95-4) is a crystalline compound with a molecular weight of approximately 182.16 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water (0.08 g/100 mL at 20°C) and a higher solubility in organic solvents like methanol and ethanol. The compound reacts readily with bases and can undergo esterification and condensation reactions. It has a melting point of 135-136°C and a boiling point of 327-329°C under reduced pressure.
About
CAS No
7310-95-4
English Name
2-Hydroxy-5-methylisophthalaldehyde
Molecular Formula
C9H8O3
Molecular Weight
164.16 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=CC(=C(C(=C1)C=O)O)C=O
InChIKey
ZBOUXALQDLLARY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-26 00:09
