Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 2-Butyloctanoic acid (CAS: 27610-92-0)?
Answer
2-Butyloctanoic acid is a colorless to white crystalline solid with a characteristic odor. Its molecular weight is approximately 194.29 g/mol. It is slightly soluble in water but soluble in common organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. Chemically, it is moderately reactive with bases to form salts and reacts with carboxylic acid derivatives like esters and anhydrides.
About
CAS No
27610-92-0
English Name
2-Butyloctanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C12H24O2
Molecular Weight
200.32 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCCC(CCCC)C(=O)O
InChIKey
OARDBPIZDHVTCK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-08 00:58
