Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of (2-Hydroxyheptan-2-oyl)butanoic acid (CAS: 73607-83-7)?
Answer
(2-Hydroxyheptan-2-oyl)butanoic acid (CAS: 73607-83-7) is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 224.33 g/mol. It is slightly soluble in water and has a pKa of about 7.5. It is reactive towards bases and can form salts. It is also a weak acid and can undergo esterification reactions.
About
CAS No
73607-83-7
English Name
(~2~H_7_)Butanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C4HD7O2
Molecular Weight
95.15 g/mol
SMILES
CCCC(=O)O
InChIKey
FERIUCNNQQJTOY-NCKGIQLSSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-31 06:49
