5-Hexynoic acid is used in the preparation of hex-5-ynoic acid methyl ester by using p-toluenesulfonic acid as a reagent. It is also involved in chemical synthesis.
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Applications5-Hexynoic acid is used in the preparation of hex-5-ynoic acid methyl ester by using p-toluenesulfonic acid as a reagent. It is also involved in chemical synthesis.
SolubilityMiscible with water.
NotesIncompatible with strong oxidizing agents.