Compound Q&A
What is Methyl 1-(hydroxymethyl)cyclopropanecarboxylate (CAS: 88157-42-0)?
Answer
Methyl 1-(hydroxymethyl)cyclopropanecarboxylate (CAS: 88157-42-0) is an organic compound with the molecular formula C5H10O3. It is a colorless or white crystalline solid with a fruity odor. This compound is used as a precursor in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals and as a reagent in organic chemistry.
About
CAS No
88157-42-0
English Name
Methyl 1-(hydroxymethyl)cyclopropanecarboxylate
Molecular Formula
C6H10O3
Molecular Weight
130.14 g/mol
SMILES
COC(=O)C1(CC1)CO
InChIKey
YLNAXTUVFOXHTI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-11-06 11:25
