Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 4-(4-Fluorophenyl)-4-oxobutanoic acid (CAS: 366-77-8)?
Answer
4-(4-Fluorophenyl)-4-oxobutanoic acid (CAS: 366-77-8) is a white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 194.15 g/mol. It has a pKa of around 3.3 and is slightly soluble in water. The compound is mildly acidic and shows reactivity typical of carboxylic acids, including esterification and amide formation. It is stable under normal conditions but should be stored in a dry environment to prevent hydrolysis.
About
CAS No
366-77-8
English Name
4-(4-Fluorophenyl)-4-oxobutanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C10H9FO3
Molecular Weight
196.18 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=CC=C1C(=O)CCC(=O)O)F
InChIKey
WUYWHIAAQYQKPP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-13 12:55
