Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 3-(Benzyloxy)propanoic acid (CAS: 27912-85-2)?
Answer
3-(Benzyloxy)propanoic acid is a colorless solid with a molecular weight of approximately 220.26 g/mol. It has a pKa of about 4.5. The compound is sparingly soluble in water but more soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. It is reactive towards nucleophiles and can undergo esterification and other acid-catalyzed reactions.
About
CAS No
27912-85-2
English Name
3-(Benzyloxy)propanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C10H12O3
Molecular Weight
180.2 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C=C1)COCCC(=O)O
InChIKey
OZGUGVRKYBSDBN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-11-01 22:12
