
Catalog Number	AR003RGP
Chemical Name	(E)-Pent-2-enedioic acid
CAS Number	628-48-8
Molecular Formula	C5H6O4
Molecular Weight	130.0987
MDL Number	MFCD00002784
SMILES	OC(=O)C/C=C/C(=O)O

(E)-Pent-2-enedioic acid, also known as maleic acid, is a versatile compound widely used in chemical synthesis. Due to its unique structure and properties, it serves as a valuable reagent in the production of various important chemical derivatives. In organic synthesis, (E)-Pent-2-enedioic acid is commonly employed as a dienophile in Diels-Alder reactions, a fundamental transformation in which it reacts with dienes to form cyclic compounds. This reaction is widely utilized for the synthesis of complex organic molecules, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and natural products. Its high reactivity and ability to undergo various chemical transformations make it a key building block in the preparation of polymers, resins, and specialty chemicals. Furthermore, (E)-Pent-2-enedioic acid can also be used in the production of surfactants, detergents, and adhesives, highlighting its broad utility in the chemical industry.