Compound Q&A
What is Methyl 1-oxo-5-indanecarboxylate (CAS: 68634-02-6)?
Answer
Methyl 1-oxo-5-indanecarboxylate (CAS: 68634-02-6) is a derivative of an indane carboxylic acid with a methyl group attached to the 1-position and a carbonyl group at the 5-position. It is a colorless to light yellow liquid with a molecular weight of 194.23 and a boiling point of 238-240°C. This compound is used in various applications including pharmaceuticals and research.
About
CAS No
68634-02-6
English Name
Methyl 1-oxo-5-indanecarboxylate
Molecular Formula
C11H10O3
Molecular Weight
190.19799999999995 g/mol
SMILES
COC(=O)C1=CC2=C(C=C1)C(=O)CC2
InChIKey
YYKBHCRUMAMBPY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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