Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Ethyl 2-cyano-3-oxobutanoate (CAS: 634-55-9)?
Answer
Ethyl 2-cyano-3-oxobutanoate is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 144.15 g/mol. It has a high solubility in organic solvents such as ethanol and acetone but is less soluble in water. The compound is moderately reactive, showing ketone and nitrile functionalities. It is prone to hydrolysis and can undergo nucleophilic substitution reactions.
About
CAS No
634-55-9
English Name
Ethyl 2-cyano-3-oxobutanoate
Molecular Formula
C7H9NO3
Molecular Weight
155.15 g/mol
SMILES
CCOC(=O)C(C#N)C(=O)C
InChIKey
NWOKVFOTWMZMHL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-16 16:48
