Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 3-(2-Oxopropyl)benzoic acid (CAS: 205927-63-5)?
Answer
3-(2-Oxopropyl)benzoic acid (CAS: 205927-63-5) is a white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 196.23 g/mol. It is slightly soluble in water and has a pKa of about 3.5. This compound is moderately reactive, especially in acidic conditions, and is used in various chemical reactions due to its carboxylic acid functionality.
About
CAS No
205927-63-5
English Name
3-(2-Oxopropyl)benzoic acid
Molecular Formula
C10H10O3
Molecular Weight
178.18699999999998 g/mol
SMILES
O=C(O)C1=CC=CC(CC(C)=O)=C1
InChIKey
PUKRMMAKVJOWIF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-03-16 13:10
