Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Ethyl 3-acetyl-4-oxopentanoate (CAS: 18835-02-4)?
Answer
Ethyl 3-acetyl-4-oxopentanoate (CAS: 18835-02-4) is a white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 180.25 g/mol. It is slightly soluble in water but miscible with most organic solvents. The compound is relatively stable under normal conditions but can react with strong bases to form the corresponding salt. It is used as an intermediate in organic synthesis and pharmaceuticals.
About
CAS No
18835-02-4
English Name
Ethyl 3-acetyl-4-oxopentanoate
Molecular Formula
C9H14O4
Molecular Weight
186.21 g/mol
SMILES
CCOC(=O)CC(C(=O)C)C(=O)C
InChIKey
NKGFIBABDQHCHZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-03-17 06:03
