Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Methyl 2,4-dihydroxy-6-pentylbenzoate (CAS: 58016-28-7)?
Answer
Methyl 2,4-dihydroxy-6-pentylbenzoate (CAS: 58016-28-7) is a crystalline compound with a molecular weight of approximately 262.35 g/mol. It is slightly soluble in water but highly soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. Chemically, it is reactive towards acidic and basic conditions, and it can undergo ester hydrolysis under certain conditions.
About
CAS No
58016-28-7
English Name
Methyl 2,4-dihydroxy-6-pentylbenzoate
Molecular Formula
C13H18O4
Molecular Weight
238.28299999999996 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCC1=C(C(=CC(=C1)O)O)C(=O)OC
InChIKey
RQGAOBDPFOADCM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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