Compound Q&A
Are there alternatives to Ethyl 4-methyloctanoate (CAS: 56196-53-3) in synthesis?
Answer
Ethyl 4-methyloctanoate can be synthesized as an alternative to similar esters, such as ethyl 4-undecanoate or other related 4-alkyl octanoates. Common alternative reagents include different alkyl halides and carboxylic acids, which can be used to produce similar esters with varying chain lengths.
About
CAS No
56196-53-3
English Name
Ethyl 4-methyloctanoate
Molecular Formula
C11H22O2
Molecular Weight
186.29 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCC(C)CCC(=O)OCC
InChIKey
GXARNRCIGKRBAP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-11-06 07:51
