Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 2-(Benzoyloxy)-2-methylpropanoic acid (CAS: 58570-00-6)?
Answer
2-(Benzoyloxy)-2-methylpropanoic acid is a white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 226.25 g/mol. It has a melting point of 85-87°C and is poorly soluble in water. The compound is moderately reactive, particularly towards nucleophilic attack at the benzoyloxy group. It can be used in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals and as a starting material in organic reactions.
About
CAS No
58570-00-6
English Name
2-(Benzoyloxy)-2-methylpropanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C11H12O4
Molecular Weight
208.21 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C)(OC(=O)C1=CC=CC=C1)C(O)=O
InChIKey
XGWKCHAQEYLCBD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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