Meldrum's acid (C6H8O4)

Meldrum's acid presents a C6 framework, a carboxylic acid (formula C6H8O4, CAS 2033-24-1). ChemicalHelper Reaction can propose ranked disconnections for Meldrum's acid from the SMILES CC1(C)OC(=O)CC(=O)O1.

Target: Meldrum's acid
CAS: 2033-24-1
Formula: C6H8O4
Approx. MW: 144.13
SMILES: CC1(C)OC(=O)CC(=O)O1
PubChem CID: 16249
Approx. carbons: C6

Meldrum's acid structure

Properties

IUPAC name: 2,2-dimethyl-1,3-dioxane-4,6-dione
Common names: 2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-dioxane-4,6-dione; 2033-24-1; Meldrum's acid; 1,3-Dioxane-4,6-dione, 2,2-dimethyl-; Isopropylidene malonate; Cyclic isopropylidene malonate; Malonic acid, cyclic isopropylidene ester; 2,2-Dimethyl-m-dioxane-4,6-dione; DD139RP1SC; NSC-71902
Molecular weight: 144.12
Exact mass: 144.04
InChIKey: GXHFUVWIGNLZSC-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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FAQ

What is the chemical formula of Meldrum's acid?

Meldrum's acid has molecular formula C6H8O4. Molecular weight about 144.13 g·mol⁻¹.

What is the CAS number of Meldrum's acid?

The CAS Registry Number for Meldrum's acid is 2033-24-1.

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