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CAS 1119-73-9

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(2E,4Z)-2,4-Hexadienedioic acid

Description:
(2E,4Z)-2,4-Hexadienedioic acid, also known as sorbic acid, is an unsaturated dicarboxylic acid characterized by its two double bonds located at the 2nd and 4th carbon positions of the hexadiene chain. This compound features a linear carbon skeleton with two carboxylic acid functional groups (-COOH) at each end, contributing to its acidic properties. It is typically a colorless to pale yellow solid at room temperature and is soluble in water, alcohols, and other polar solvents. The presence of double bonds in its structure imparts reactivity, making it useful in various chemical reactions, including polymerization and as a precursor for the synthesis of other organic compounds. (2E,4Z)-2,4-Hexadienedioic acid is also known for its antimicrobial properties, which make it valuable in the food industry as a preservative. Its applications extend to the production of various polymers and as an intermediate in organic synthesis. Overall, this compound is significant in both industrial and laboratory settings due to its versatile chemical behavior.
Formula:C6H6O4
InChI:InChI=1S/C6H6O4/c7-5(8)3-1-2-4-6(9)10/h1-4H,(H,7,8)(H,9,10)/b3-1-,4-2+
InChI key:InChIKey=TXXHDPDFNKHHGW-HSFFGMMNSA-N
SMILES:C(\C=C\C(O)=O)=C\C(O)=O
Synonyms:
  • 2,4-Hexadienedioic acid, (2E,4Z)-
  • (2E,4Z)-2,4-Hexadienedioic acid
  • cis,trans-Muconic acid
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