Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Diethyl 2-methylenesuccinate (CAS: 2409-52-1)?
Answer
Diethyl 2-methylenesuccinate (CAS: 2409-52-1) is a crystalline compound with a molecular weight of approximately 212.27 g/mol. It has a solubility of about 2.2 g/100 mL in water at 20°C. The compound is relatively stable under normal conditions but can react with strong bases or acids. It is an ester, which gives it characteristic reactivity in esterification and ester hydrolysis reactions.
About
CAS No
2409-52-1
English Name
Diethyl 2-methylenesuccinate
Molecular Formula
C9H14O4
Molecular Weight
186.21 g/mol
SMILES
CCOC(=O)CC(=C)C(=O)OCC
InChIKey
ZEFVHSWKYCYFFL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-07 19:42
