4-METHOXY-2,6-DIMETHYLBENZOIC ACID

4-METHOXY-2,6-DIMETHYLBENZOIC ACID - Names and Identifiers

Name	4-methoxy-2,6-dimethylbenzoic acid
Synonyms	4-METHOXY-2,6-DIMETHYLBENZOIC ACID 2,6-Dimethyl-4-Methoxybenzoic Acid 4-Methoxy-2,6-dimethylbenzoic acid 4-methoxy-2,6-dimethylbenzoic acid 2,6-DIMETHYL-4-METHOXYBENZOIC ACID benzoic acid, 4-methoxy-2,6-dimethyl- Benzoic acid, 4-?methoxy-?2,?6-?dimethyl-
CAS	37934-89-7
InChI	InChI=1/C10H12O3/c1-6-4-8(13-3)5-7(2)9(6)10(11)12/h4-5H,1-3H3,(H,11,12)

4-METHOXY-2,6-DIMETHYLBENZOIC ACID - Physico-chemical Properties

Molecular Formula	C10H12O3
Molar Mass	180.2
Density	1.136±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)
Melting Point	144.5-145 °C
Boling Point	310.0±37.0 °C(Predicted)
Flash Point	121.7°C
Vapor Presure	0.000266mmHg at 25°C
pKa	3.98±0.37(Predicted)
Storage Condition	Sealed in dry,Room Temperature
Refractive Index	1.537

4-METHOXY-2,6-DIMETHYLBENZOIC ACID - Introduction

4-methoxy-2,6-dimethylbenzoic acid(4-methoxy-2,6-dimethylbenzoic acid) is an organic compound. Its chemical formula is C10H12O3 and its molecular weight is 180.2g/mol. The following is a description of its nature, use, preparation and safety information:

Nature:
-Appearance: 4-methoxy-2,6-dimethylbenzoic acid is white crystalline or crystalline powder.
-Melting point: about 132-134 degrees Celsius.
-Solubility: Soluble in common organic solvents such as ethanol, ethyl acetate and dimethylformamide, slightly soluble in water.

Use:
- 4-methoxy-2,6-dimethylbenzoic acid can be used in the field of drug synthesis as an intermediate or raw material.
-It can also be used in organic synthesis reactions, such as esterification, acylation, etc.

Preparation Method:
4-methoxy-2,6-dimethylbenzoic acid can be synthesized by the following steps:
1.2,6-dimethylphenol is reacted with sodium hydroxide to generate 2,6-dimethylphenol sodium salt.
2. The sodium salt of 2,6-dimethylphenol reacts with methyl iodide to generate 4-methoxy -2,6-dimethylphenol.
3.4-methoxy-2,6-dimethylphenol reacts with trichloroacetic acid to generate 4-methoxy-2,6-dimethylol benzoic acid.

Safety Information:
- 4-methoxy-2,6-dimethylbenzoic acid may be irritating to the eyes and skin and should be avoided when in contact.
-Avoid open flames and high temperatures during use and storage.
-Pay attention to personal protective measures during operation, such as wearing protective glasses and gloves.
-Provide good ventilation during operation.

Last Update：2024-04-09 02:00:45