CAS 1617-40-9
:Ethyl (2E)-2-methyl-2-pentenoate
Description:
Ethyl (2E)-2-methyl-2-pentenoate, with the CAS number 1617-40-9, is an organic compound classified as an ester. It is characterized by its fruity odor, which is typical of many esters, making it useful in flavoring and fragrance applications. The molecular structure features a pentenoate backbone with a double bond at the second carbon, contributing to its reactivity and potential for further chemical transformations. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid and is soluble in organic solvents, while being less soluble in water due to its hydrophobic nature. Ethyl (2E)-2-methyl-2-pentenoate can be synthesized through the esterification of 2-methyl-2-pentenoic acid with ethanol, and it may undergo reactions such as hydrolysis or transesterification under appropriate conditions. Its applications extend to the synthesis of various chemical intermediates and in the production of fragrances, highlighting its significance in both industrial and laboratory settings.
Formula:C8H14O2
InChI:InChI=1S/C8H14O2/c1-4-6-7(3)8(9)10-5-2/h6H,4-5H2,1-3H3/b7-6+
InChI key:InChIKey=HYQYCHQAUPHFKX-VOTSOKGWSA-N
SMILES:C(\C(OCC)=O)(=C/CC)/C
Synonyms:- Ethyl (2E)-2-methyl-2-pentenoate
- 2-Pentenoic acid, 2-methyl-, ethyl ester, (2E)-
- 2-Pentenoic acid, 2-methyl-, ethyl ester, (E)-
- Ethyl (E)-2-methyl-2-pentenoate
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