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AB49513

591-80-0 | Pent-4-enoic acid

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10g 98% in stock $13.00 $9.00 -   +
25g 98% in stock $22.00 $15.00 -   +
100g 98% in stock $70.00 $49.00 -   +
500g 98% in stock $246.00 $172.00 -   +

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Description
Catalog Number: AB49513
Chemical Name: Pent-4-enoic acid
CAS Number: 591-80-0
Molecular Formula: C5H8O2
Molecular Weight: 100.1158
MDL Number: MFCD00004408
SMILES: C=CCCC(=O)O

 

Computed Properties
Complexity: 76.1  
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1  
Heavy Atom Count: 7  
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 2  
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count: 1  
Rotatable Bond Count: 3  
Undefined Atom Stereocenter Count: 1  
XLogP3: 0.8  

 

 

Upstream Synthesis Route 
  • Pent-4-enoic acid, also known as 4-pentenoic acid, is a versatile compound widely utilized in chemical synthesis. Its primary application lies in its use as a building block in the synthesis of various organic compounds. Pent-4-enoic acid serves as a valuable precursor in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fragrances due to its unique chemical structure and reactivity.In chemical synthesis, Pent-4-enoic acid can undergo diverse reactions such as esterification, hydrogenation, and oxidation to yield a range of functionalized derivatives. This enables the incorporation of the pent-4-enoic acid moiety into complex molecules with specific properties and functionalities. Additionally, its unsaturated nature allows for the introduction of double bonds, enabling the creation of compounds with desirable stereochemistry and reactivity.Furthermore, Pent-4-enoic acid is frequently employed in the synthesis of natural products and bioactive compounds. Its ability to participate in various transformations makes it a valuable tool for organic chemists seeking to design and construct novel molecules with potential applications in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries. By carefully manipulating the chemical reactivity of pent-4-enoic acid, researchers can access a diverse array of structurally diverse compounds with tailored properties and activities.
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