4-Bromo-3-methylbenzoic acid tert-butyl ester

4-Bromo-3-methylbenzoic acid tert-butyl ester - Names and Identifiers

Name	Benzoic acid, 4-bromo-3-methyl-, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester
Synonyms	TERT-BUTYL 4-BROMO-3-METHYLBENZOATE 2-Methyl-2-Propanyl 4-Bromo-3-Methylbenzoate 4-Bromo-3-methylbenzoic acid tert-butyl ester Benzoic acid, 4-bromo-3-methyl-, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester
CAS	347174-28-1
EINECS	1533716-785-6

4-Bromo-3-methylbenzoic acid tert-butyl ester - Physico-chemical Properties

Molecular Formula	C12H15BrO2
Molar Mass	271.15
Density	1.295±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)
Boling Point	320.7±22.0 °C(Predicted)
Storage Condition	Room Temprature

4-Bromo-3-methylbenzoic acid tert-butyl ester - Introduction

Benzoic acid, 4-bromo-3-methyl-, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester is an organic compound with the chemical formula C12H15BrO2. The following is a description of its nature, use, preparation and safety information:

Nature:
-Appearance: Benzoic acid, 4-bromo-3-methyl-, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester is a colorless to yellow liquid.
-Odor: has a characteristic sweet smell.
-Density: about 1.34g/cm³.
-Boiling point: about 279-280°C.
-Melting point: approximately -21°C.
-Solubility: Soluble in organic solvents (such as ethanol, ether), insoluble in water.

Use:
Benzoic acid, 4-bromo-3-methyl-, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester is often used as an intermediate in organic synthesis. Specific application fields include:
-Pesticides: raw materials used in the synthesis of pesticides or insecticides.
-Medicine: as an intermediate in the pharmaceutical field, used in the synthesis of drugs.
-Chemical synthesis: It can be used to synthesize other organic compounds, such as dyes and coatings.

Preparation Method:
Benzoic acid, 4-bromo-3-methyl-, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester can be prepared by reacting benzoic acid with tert-butyl alcohol and cuprous bromide, and the reaction conditions are usually at room temperature.

Safety Information:
- Benzoic acid, 4-bromo-3-methyl-, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester is relatively stable under general conditions of use, but it is flammable under high temperature, open flame or open flame source, so attention should be paid to avoid fire and fire source.
-When in contact with skin and eyes, it may cause irritation, so personal protective equipment such as gloves and goggles should be worn during operation.
-If inhaled or ingested by mistake, medical aid should be obtained in time.
-storage, should be away from the fire and easy to burn substances, stored in a cool, dry, well ventilated place.
-In case of leakage, appropriate protective measures should be taken to avoid entering the water body or discharge to the environment.

Please note that the information provided above is for informational purposes only. In actual operation, the relevant safety operation procedures should be strictly followed, and evaluation and treatment should be carried out according to the specific situation.

Last Update：2024-04-09 20:49:11