51731-17-0 | (E)-4-methoxybut-3-en-2-one

Packsize	Purity	Availability	Price	Discounted Price
5g	90%	in stock	$12.00	$9.00
25g	90%	in stock	$59.00	$42.00

Description

• Catalog Number: AB47182
• Chemical Name: (E)-4-methoxybut-3-en-2-one
• CAS Number: 51731-17-0
• Molecular Formula: C5H8O2
• Molecular Weight: 100.1158
• MDL Number: MFCD00008778
• SMILES: CO/C=C/C(=O)C

Computed Properties

• Complexity: 84.1
• Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1
• Defined Bond Stereocenter Count: 1
• Heavy Atom Count: 7
• Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 2
• Rotatable Bond Count: 2
• XLogP3: 0.2

Upstream Synthesis Route

Trans-4-Methoxy-3-buten-2-one is a versatile compound widely utilized in chemical synthesis for its unique properties and reactivity. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate in the preparation of various organic molecules, including pharmaceuticals, fragrances, and agrochemicals. In chemical synthesis, trans-4-Methoxy-3-buten-2-one is commonly used as a key building block for the creation of more complex structures through functional group transformations such as nucleophilic additions, rearrangements, and reductions. Its functional groups enable the introduction of diverse substituents and facilitate the formation of new carbon-carbon bonds. This compound's strategic placement of the methoxy and ketone groups provides opportunities for selective reactions that lead to the formation of intricate molecular architectures. Additionally, trans-4-Methoxy-3-buten-2-one's reactivity under various conditions makes it a valuable tool for organic chemists seeking to synthesize novel compounds and explore challenging synthetic pathways.