RCOOCH2CHCH2

RCOOCH2CHCH2, also known as allyl ester, is a class of organic compounds characterized by the presence of an allyl group (-CH2CH=CH2) esterified to a carboxylic acid. The general formula RCOOCH2CHCH2 signifies that the acyl group (RCOO-) is bonded to the allyl alcohol moiety. These compounds contain a carbon-carbon double bond within the allyl group, which imparts specific chemical reactivity.

The double bond in the allyl ester allows for various addition reactions, such as polymerization, halogenation, and epoxidation. Allyl esters can be synthesized through esterification reactions between a carboxylic acid and allyl alcohol, or by transesterification of other esters with allyl alcohol. Their physical properties, such as boiling point and solubility, depend on the nature of the 'R' group. For instance, esters derived from shorter chain carboxylic acids are typically volatile liquids, while those from longer chain acids may be solids.

Due to the reactive double bond, allyl esters find applications as monomers in the production of polymers and copolymers. These polymers can possess unique properties, including enhanced flexibility or cross-linking capabilities. They can also serve as intermediates in the synthesis of other organic compounds. The presence of the double bond also makes them susceptible to oxidation and other degradation pathways under certain conditions.