Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Methyl 4,4-dimethoxy-3-oxopentanoate (CAS: 62759-83-5)?
Answer
Methyl 4,4-dimethoxy-3-oxopentanoate is a colorless to light yellow liquid with a molecular weight of approximately 186.24 g/mol. It has a low melting point and is moderately soluble in water but readily soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. Chemically, it is stable under normal conditions but can react with strong bases to form methanol and 4,4-dimethoxy-3-hydroxy-pentanoic acid. Its reactivity depends on the presence of the methoxy groups, which can participate in various organic reactions.
About
CAS No
62759-83-5
English Name
Methyl 4,4-dimethoxy-3-oxopentanoate
Molecular Formula
C8H14O5
Molecular Weight
190.19 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C(=O)CC(=O)OC)(OC)OC
InChIKey
ZQFJOBUKEHFXKY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-25 13:43
