Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 2,2,6,6-Tetramethyl-3,5-octanedione (CAS: 78579-61-0)?
Answer
2,2,6,6-Tetramethyl-3,5-octanedione is a colorless crystalline solid with a molecular weight of 178.24 g/mol. It is slightly soluble in water but soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. It exhibits limited reactivity under normal conditions but can undergo hydrolysis in the presence of moisture. The compound has a characteristic ketone functionality that makes it susceptible to certain chemical reactions.
About
CAS No
78579-61-0
English Name
2,2,6,6-Tetramethyl-3,5-octanedione
Molecular Formula
C12H22O2
Molecular Weight
198.31 g/mol
SMILES
CCC(C)(C)C(=O)CC(=O)C(C)(C)C
InChIKey
UZICKDIYFALSHI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-11-27 19:31
