Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Ethyl (4-fluorophenyl)acetate (CAS: 587-88-2)?
Answer
Ethyl (4-fluorophenyl)acetate, CAS 587-88-2, is a colorless to light yellow liquid with a pineapple-like aroma. It has a molecular weight of approximately 184.17 g/mol. This compound is slightly soluble in water but readily soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and acetone. It is moderately reactive, susceptible to hydrolysis, and can undergo ester exchange reactions under certain conditions.
About
CAS No
587-88-2
English Name
Ethyl (4-fluorophenyl)acetate
Molecular Formula
C10H11FO2
Molecular Weight
182.19 g/mol
SMILES
CCOC(=O)CC1=CC=C(C=C1)F
InChIKey
VMWJHHAOVXQCLE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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