Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of (3S)-1,3-Butanediol (CAS: 24621-61-2)?
Answer
(3S)-1,3-Butanediol is a colorless liquid with a slightly sweet taste. It has a molecular weight of approximately 88.09 g/mol and a boiling point of 126.5°C. The compound is slightly soluble in water but miscible with many organic solvents. It is less reactive than its isomer, (3R)-1,3-butanediol, and can undergo condensation reactions and reduction processes, making it useful in various chemical applications.
About
CAS No
24621-61-2
English Name
(3S)-1,3-Butanediol
Molecular Formula
C4H10O2
Molecular Weight
90.12 g/mol
SMILES
CC(CCO)O
InChIKey
PUPZLCDOIYMWBV-BYPYZUCNSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-16 16:48
