Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 4-Hydroxybutanal (CAS: 25714-71-0)?
Answer
4-Hydroxybutanal (CAS: 25714-71-0) is a colorless liquid with a molecular weight of 118.11 g/mol. It has a bitter almond-like odor and is moderately soluble in water. Chemically, it is highly reactive due to the hydroxyl and aldehyde functional groups. It easily undergoes hydrolysis and oxidation reactions.
About
CAS No
25714-71-0
English Name
4-Hydroxybutanal
Molecular Formula
C4H8O2
Molecular Weight
88.106 g/mol
SMILES
C(CC=O)CO
InChIKey
PIAOXUVIBAKVSP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-20 00:35
