Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of 7-Hydroxyheptanoic acid (CAS: 3710-42-7)?
Answer
7-Hydroxyheptanoic acid (CAS: 3710-42-7) is primarily used in pharmaceuticals for drug intermediates, cosmetics for skin care products, and in research for chemical synthesis and biological studies. It is also used in the food industry as a flavor enhancer.
About
CAS No
3710-42-7
English Name
7-Hydroxyheptanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C7H14O3
Molecular Weight
146.19 g/mol
SMILES
C(CCCO)CCC(=O)O
InChIKey
PNAJBOZYCFSQDJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-24 20:48
