21551-64-4

Basic information

• Product Name: 2,5-Cyclohexadiene-1,4-dione,2-hydroxy-5- methoxy-3-pentadecyl-
• CAS NO: 21551-64-4
• Molecular Weight: 364.525
• Mol File: 21551-64-4.mol
• Article Data: 6

Chemical Properties

• CAS DataBase Reference: 2,5-Cyclohexadiene-1,4-dione,2-hydroxy-5- methoxy-3-pentadecyl- (CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: 2,5-Cyclohexadiene-1,4-dione,2-hydroxy-5- methoxy-3-pentadecyl- (21551-64-4)
• EPA Substance Registry System: 2,5-Cyclohexadiene-1,4-dione,2-hydroxy-5- methoxy-3-pentadecyl- (21551-64-4)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 21551-64-4(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Molecular structure

A complex molecule with a cyclohexadiene ring, a di-ketone functional group, a long pentadecyl chain, and hydroxyl and methoxy groups attached.

Functional groups

Di-ketone, hydroxyl, and methoxy groups.

Molecular weight

330.45 g/mol

Physical state

Likely a solid or wax-like substance, due to the presence of the long pentadecyl chain.

Surfactant properties

The presence of the pentadecyl chain suggests potential surfactant properties.

Reactivity

The di-ketone functional group indicates potential reactivity in organic reactions.

Biological activity

The hydroxyl and methoxy groups may impart biological activity.

Solubility

The hydroxyl and methoxy groups may increase solubility in certain solvents.

Potential uses

Possible applications in pharmaceuticals, organic synthesis, and material science.

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