C10H12O4

C10H12O4 is the molecular formula for several chemical compounds, most notably diethyl succinate. Diethyl succinate is a diester of succinic acid and ethanol. It is a colorless liquid with a fruity odor and is soluble in organic solvents. Diethyl succinate is produced through the esterification of succinic acid with ethanol. This compound finds applications as a solvent, plasticizer, and as an intermediate in the synthesis of various organic chemicals. It can also be used in the production of pharmaceuticals and in the flavor and fragrance industry. The physical properties of diethyl succinate include a boiling point of approximately 217-218 degrees Celsius and a melting point of around -26 degrees Celsius. Its density is about 1.04 g/cm³.

Other isomers with the molecular formula C10H12O4 exist, each possessing a unique arrangement of atoms and therefore different chemical and physical properties. For example, isomers could include different ester arrangements of succinic acid with other alcohols, or compounds with different functional groups. The specific properties and uses of any compound with the formula C10H12O4 are determined by its precise molecular structure.