Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Methyl 3-oxocyclohex-1-enecarboxylate (CAS: 54396-74-6)?
Answer
Methyl 3-oxocyclohex-1-enecarboxylate (CAS: 54396-74-6) is a colorless to white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 168.23 g/mol. It has a melting point of 72-74°C and is soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. The compound is relatively stable but can undergo hydrolysis under basic conditions. It is a useful precursor in organic synthesis due to its reactive carboxylic acid group and alkene functionality.
About
CAS No
54396-74-6
English Name
Methyl 3-oxocyclohex-1-enecarboxylate
Molecular Formula
C8H10O3
Molecular Weight
154.16499999999996 g/mol
SMILES
COC(=O)C1=CC(=O)CCC1
InChIKey
ZAFRZAWONSENGC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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