Methyl (Z)-4-hydroxy-4-mesityl-2-oxobut-3-enoate CAS 39847-94-4

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.39847-94-4
Molecular FormulaC14H16O4
Molecular Weight248.27 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

Methyl (Z)-4-hydroxy-4-mesityl-2-oxobut-3-enoate CAS 39847-94-4 chemical structure

Description

Methyl (Z)-4-hydroxy-4-mesityl-2-oxobut-3-enoate (CAS 39847-94-4) reference standard, produced by CATO (ISO 17034 / CNAS / ANAB accredited). Molecular formula: C14H16O4. Molecular weight: 248.27 g/mol. Trusted by 10,000+ laboratories worldwide for pharmaceutical analysis and QC.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC14H16O4
Molecular Weight248.27 g/mol
AppearanceOff-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Purity97%+
StorageStore at 2-8°C, protect from light, keep sealed and dry
Solubility (reference)Soluble in chloroform, dichloromethane, ethyl acetate, DMSO
StabilityMay oxidize slowly on prolonged air exposure; Light-sensitive; avoid direct strong light; Hygroscopic; reseal immediately after opening
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)7.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
Structural FeaturesAromatic ring present
CAS Registry Year (est.)1968

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