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Methyl sorbate

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Description
Methyl sorbate is an ester formed by the condensation of methanol and sorbic acid (hexa-2,4-dienoic acid) . Known for its fruity, floral aroma and taste, it is commonly used as a flavoring agent and fragrance in the food and cosmetic industries. Additionally, its potential as a starting material in the synthesis of various organic compounds, such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and polymers, has been researched.
CAS Number
1515-80-6
Smiles
C/C=C/C=C/C (OC) =O
Molecular Formula
C7H10O2
Molecular Weight
126.1531
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.

Chemical Information

Methyl sorbate

Methyl sorbate is a fatty acid ester.

CAS Number1515-80-6
PubChem CID5323650
IUPAC Namemethyl (2E,4E)-hexa-2,4-dienoate
Molecular FormulaC7H10O2
Molecular Weight126.15
XLogP1.6
Topological Polar Surface Area26.3
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count2
Rotatable Bond Count3
Heavy Atom Count9
Formal Charge0
Complexity134
SMILES
C/C=C/C=C/C(=O)OC
InChI
InChI=1S/C7H10O2/c1-3-4-5-6-7(8)9-2/h3-6H,1-2H3/b4-3+,6-5+
InChIKey
KWKVAGQCDSHWFK-VNKDHWASSA-N
Chemical Structure
2D Structure
2D structure of Methyl sorbate
CAS: 1515-80-6
CID: 5323650
Formula: C7H10O2
MW: 126.15
Interactive 3D Structure
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Computed Properties
PropertyValue
Molecular Weight126.15
XLogP31.6
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count2
Rotatable Bond Count3
Exact Mass126.068079557
Monoisotopic Mass126.068079557
Topological Polar Surface Area26.3 Ų
Heavy Atom Count9
Formal Charge0
Complexity134
Isotope Atom Count0
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count0
Undefined Atom Stereocenter Count0
Defined Bond Stereocenter Count2
Undefined Bond Stereocenter Count0
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count1
Compound Is CanonicalizedYes