Glycolaldehyde (C2H4O2)

glycolaldehyde presents a C2 framework, alcohol functionality (formula C2H4O2, CAS 141-46-8). ChemicalTool Reaction can propose ranked disconnections for glycolaldehyde from the SMILES O=CCO.

Target: Glycolaldehyde
CAS: 141-46-8
Formula: C2H4O2
Approx. MW: 60.05
SMILES: O=CCO
PubChem CID: 756
Approx. carbons: C2

Glycolaldehyde structure

Properties

IUPAC name: 2-hydroxyacetaldehyde
Common names: glycolaldehyde; 2-Hydroxyacetaldehyde; hydroxyacetaldehyde; 141-46-8; Diose; Glycolic aldehyde; Acetaldehyde, hydroxy-; GLYCOALDEHYDE; Methylol formaldehyde; Monomethylolformaldehyde
Molecular weight: 60.05
Exact mass: 60.02
InChIKey: WGCNASOHLSPBMP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Melting point: 97 °C

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Glycolaldehyde 1H / 13C NMR spectrum →

FAQ

What is the chemical formula of Glycolaldehyde?

Glycolaldehyde has molecular formula C2H4O2. Molecular weight about 60.05 g·mol⁻¹.

What is the CAS number of Glycolaldehyde?

The CAS Registry Number for Glycolaldehyde is 141-46-8.

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References & tools

ChemicalTool Reaction — AI retrosynthesis with optional library evidence.
PubChem — compound identifiers and structure depictions (NIH/NCBI).
Related: AiZynthFinder / synthesis planning literature for computer-aided retrosynthesis.