Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of (2Z)-4-(Benzylamino)-4-oxo-2-butenoic acid (CAS: 15329-69-8)?
Answer
(2Z)-4-(Benzylamino)-4-oxo-2-butenoic acid (CAS: 15329-69-8) is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 224.27 g/mol. It has good solubility in organic solvents like methanol and acetone but is only slightly soluble in water. This compound shows high reactivity towards nucleophiles and can undergo various chemical reactions such as esterification and amidation. It is also prone to hydrolysis under acidic or basic conditions.
About
CAS No
15329-69-8
English Name
(2Z)-4-(Benzylamino)-4-oxo-2-butenoic acid
Molecular Formula
C11H11NO3
Molecular Weight
205.21 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C=C1)CNC(=O)C=CC(=O)O
InChIKey
BHWGQIYJCMMSNM-SREVYHEPSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-31 16:28
