(2,3-Dimethylphenyl)acetic acid

(2,3-Dimethylphenyl)acetic acid - Names and Identifiers

Name	2,3-Dimethylphenylacetic acid
Synonyms	2,3-Xylyl-acetic Acid DIMETHYLBENZENEACETIC ACID 2,3-diMethyphenylacetic acid 2,3-Dimethylphenylacetic acid 2,3-dimethylphenylacetic acid 2,3-DIMETHYLBENZENEACETIC ACID (2,3-Dimethylphenyl)acetic acid 2-(2,3-dimethylphenyl)aceticaci benzeneacetic acid, 2,3-dimethyl- Benzeneacetic acid, 2,3-dimethyl- 2-(2,3-Dimethylphenyl)acetic acid
CAS	30981-98-7
InChI	InChI=1/C10H12O2/c1-7-4-3-5-9(8(7)2)6-10(11)12/h3-5H,6H2,1-2H3,(H,11,12)

(2,3-Dimethylphenyl)acetic acid - Physico-chemical Properties

Molecular Formula	C10H12O2
Molar Mass	164.2
Density	1.098±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)
Melting Point	116-117°C
Boling Point	300.0±11.0 °C(Predicted)
Flash Point	197.167°C
Solubility	DMSO (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly)
Vapor Presure	0.001mmHg at 25°C
Appearance	Powder
Color	Off-white
pKa	4.31±0.10(Predicted)
Storage Condition	Sealed in dry,Room Temperature
Refractive Index	1.542

(2,3-Dimethylphenyl)acetic acid - Risk and Safety

Hazard Symbols	Xn - Harmful
Risk Codes	36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Safety Description	S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.

(2,3-Dimethylphenyl)acetic acid - Introduction

2,3-dimethylphenylacetic acid is an organic compound with the molecular formula C10H12O2 and the structural formula (CH3)2C6H3CH2COOH. The following is a description of the properties, uses, preparation and safety information of this compound:

Nature:
- 2,3-dimethylphenylacetic acid is a colorless to white crystalline solid.
-It has a lower melting point and boiling point, its melting point is about 50 ℃, and its boiling point is about 220 ℃.
-It can be dissolved in many organic solvents, such as ethanol, ether and carbon disulfide.
-Its molecular weight is small, 160.20g/mol.

Use:
-2,3-dimethylphenylacetic acid has important applications in organic synthesis.
-It can be used as an intermediate in organic synthesis and used in the synthesis of other organic compounds, such as drugs, pesticides and spices.
-Because its molecular structure contains aromatic and carboxylic acid groups, it can participate in a variety of organic reactions, such as melting reactions, esterification reactions and alkylation reactions.

Method:
-2,3-dimethylphenylacetic acid can be obtained by transesterification of phenylacetic acid and ethyl bromide as raw materials.
-The specific preparation method can be to heat and react phenylacetic acid with ethyl bromide under alkaline conditions to obtain 2,3-dimethylphenylacetic acid ethyl ester, and then obtain the target product through hydrolysis.

Safety Information:
- 2,3-Dimethylphenylacetic acid has limited toxicity data and is a general organic compound.
-In handling and use, appropriate personal protective measures are required, such as wearing gloves and eye protection.
-It should be stored in a dry, well-ventilated place to avoid contact with oxidants and strong acids.
-Regarding the specific safety assessment of the compound, it should be carefully evaluated according to the specific experimental conditions and refer to relevant literature.

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