CAS 5636-65-7
:5-methylhex-4-enoic acid
Description:
5-Methylhex-4-enoic acid, with the CAS number 5636-65-7, is an unsaturated carboxylic acid characterized by its aliphatic structure featuring a double bond and a carboxylic acid functional group. It has a molecular formula of C7H12O2, indicating the presence of seven carbon atoms, twelve hydrogen atoms, and two oxygen atoms. The compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a distinctive odor. Its unsaturation at the fourth carbon position contributes to its reactivity, making it useful in various chemical syntheses and applications, including the production of polymers and as an intermediate in organic synthesis. The presence of the methyl group at the fifth carbon adds to its steric properties, influencing its behavior in chemical reactions. 5-Methylhex-4-enoic acid is soluble in organic solvents and exhibits moderate solubility in water, which is typical for carboxylic acids. Safety precautions should be taken when handling this compound, as it may cause irritation to the skin and eyes.
Formula:C7H12O2
InChI:InChI=1/C7H12O2/c1-6(2)4-3-5-7(8)9/h4H,3,5H2,1-2H3,(H,8,9)
SMILES:CC(=CCCC(=O)O)C
Synonyms:- 4-Hexenoic Acid, 5-Methyl-
- (3E)-5-methylhex-3-enoic acid
- 5-Methyl-4-Hexenoicacid
- 5-Methylhex-4-enoic acid
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5-Methyl-4-hexenoic acid
CAS:Formula:C7H12O2Purity:95%Color and Shape:LiquidMolecular weight:128.1690
