Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 4-(Pentyloxy)benzaldehyde (CAS: 5736-91-4)?
Answer
4-(Pentyloxy)benzaldehyde (CAS: 5736-91-4) is a clear, colorless liquid with a molecular weight of approximately 186.23 g/mol. It has a low melting point around -28°C and a boiling point of 151°C. Solubility in water is low, around 0.5 g/100 mL at 25°C. Chemically, it is moderately reactive, particularly towards nucleophilic substitution reactions and electrophilic aromatic substitution. It is used in the synthesis of other organic compounds and fragrances.
About
CAS No
5736-91-4
English Name
4-(Pentyloxy)benzaldehyde
Molecular Formula
C12H16O2
Molecular Weight
192.26 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCOC1=CC=C(C=C1)C=O
InChIKey
YAPVGSXODFOBBR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-19 20:29
