Propionic acid (C3H6O2)

propionic acid presents a C3 framework, a carboxylic acid (formula C3H6O2, CAS 79-09-4). ChemicalTool Reaction can propose ranked disconnections for propionic acid from the SMILES CCC(=O)O.

Target: Propionic acid
CAS: 79-09-4
Formula: C3H6O2
Approx. MW: 74.08
SMILES: CCC(=O)O
PubChem CID: 1032
Approx. carbons: C3

Propionic acid structure

Properties

IUPAC name: propanoic acid
Common names: propionic acid; Propanoic acid; 79-09-4; methylacetic acid; ethylformic acid; Carboxyethane; Metacetonic acid; Luprosil; Ethanecarboxylic acid; Pseudoacetic acid
Molecular weight: 74.08
Exact mass: 74.04
InChIKey: XBDQKXXYIPTUBI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Melting point: -6.7 °F (NTP, 1992)
Boiling point: 285.3 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
Density: 0.995 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float

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FAQ

What is the chemical formula of Propionic acid?

Propionic acid has molecular formula C3H6O2. Molecular weight about 74.08 g·mol⁻¹.

What is the CAS number of Propionic acid?

The CAS Registry Number for Propionic acid is 79-09-4.

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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.