Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 4-Methyl-2-benzofuran-1,3-dione (CAS: 4792-30-7)?
Answer
4-Methyl-2-benzofuran-1,3-dione (CAS: 4792-30-7) is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 194.16 g/mol. It has a melting point of around 160-162°C and is poorly soluble in water but soluble in organic solvents such as methanol and acetone. The compound is known for its good reactivity, particularly towards nucleophiles and electrophiles, making it useful in various chemical reactions and transformations.
About
CAS No
4792-30-7
English Name
4-Methyl-2-benzofuran-1,3-dione
Molecular Formula
C9H6O3
Molecular Weight
162.14399999999998 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=C2C(=CC=C1)C(=O)OC2=O
InChIKey
TWWAWPHAOPTQEU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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