CAS 939-21-9

β-Ethenylbenzenepropanal

Description:

β-Ethenylbenzenepropanal, also known as 3-phenyl-2-propenal, is an organic compound characterized by its structure, which includes a propanal group attached to a vinylbenzene moiety. This compound features a conjugated system that contributes to its reactivity and potential applications in organic synthesis. It is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a distinctive aromatic odor. The presence of both an aldehyde functional group and a vinyl group makes it a versatile intermediate in various chemical reactions, including polymerization and condensation reactions. β-Ethenylbenzenepropanal is soluble in organic solvents and may exhibit moderate volatility. Due to its reactive nature, it can participate in electrophilic addition reactions and can be used in the synthesis of more complex organic molecules. Safety precautions should be taken when handling this compound, as it may be irritant and potentially hazardous. Overall, β-Ethenylbenzenepropanal is of interest in both academic research and industrial applications, particularly in the fields of organic chemistry and materials science.

Formula: C₁₁H₁₂O

InChI: InChI=1/C11H12O/c1-2-10(8-9-12)11-6-4-3-5-7-11/h2-7,9-10H,1,8H2

InChI key: InChIKey=XQTAGXUFCZLHIQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(CC=O)(C=C)C1=CC=CC=C1

Synonyms:

• 3-Phenyl-3-vinylpropionaldehyde
• 3-Phenyl-4-pentenal
• 3-Phenylpent-4-en-1-al
• Benzenepropanal, beta-ethenyl-
• Benzenepropanal, β-ethenyl-
• FEMA No. 3318
• Hydrocinnamaldehyde, beta-vinyl-
• Hydrocinnamaldehyde, β-vinyl-
• beta-Ethenylbenzenepropanal
• beta-Vinylhydrocinnamaldehyde
• β-Ethenylbenzenepropanal
• 3-Phenylpent-4-enal