Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 3-Ethyl-5-methyl-1,2-oxazole-4-carboxylic acid (CAS: 17147-85-2)?
Answer
3-Ethyl-5-methyl-1,2-oxazole-4-carboxylic acid is a white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 198.23 g/mol. It has a pKa of about 4.5, indicating moderate acidity. The compound is soluble in water and organic solvents such as ethanol and acetone. It is stable under normal conditions but may react with strong bases to form the corresponding salts.
About
CAS No
17147-85-2
English Name
3-Ethyl-5-methyl-1,2-oxazole-4-carboxylic acid
Molecular Formula
C7H9NO3
Molecular Weight
155.153 g/mol
SMILES
CCC1=NOC(=C1C(=O)O)C
InChIKey
RSWFHHWVFZWIMV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-01-13 15:28
