Benzoic acid, 2-Methyl-4-nitro-, Methyl ester

Benzoic acid, 2-Methyl-4-nitro-, Methyl ester - Names and Identifiers

Name	methyl 2-methyl-4-nitrobenzoate
Synonyms	Methyl 4-Nitro-o-toluate methyl 2-methyl-4-nitrobenzoate Methyl 4-Nitro-2-Methylbenzoate Methyl 2-Methyl-4-nitrobenzoate 4-Nitro-o-toluic Acid Methyl Ester 2-Methyl-4-nitrobenzoic acid methyl ester Benzoic acid, 2-methyl-4-nitro-, methyl ester Benzoic acid, 2-Methyl-4-nitro-, Methyl ester
CAS	62621-09-4
InChI	InChI=1/C9H9NO4/c1-6-5-7(10(12)13)3-4-8(6)9(11)14-2/h3-5H,1-2H3

Benzoic acid, 2-Methyl-4-nitro-, Methyl ester - Physico-chemical Properties

Molecular Formula	C9H9NO4
Molar Mass	195.17
Density	1?+-.0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)
Melting Point	74.0 to 78.0 °C
Boling Point	315.4±30.0 °C(Predicted)
Flash Point	148.51°C
Solubility	soluble in Methanol
Vapor Presure	0mmHg at 25°C
Appearance	powder to crystal
Color	White to Light yellow
Storage Condition	Sealed in dry,Room Temperature
Refractive Index	1.548
MDL	MFCD03618407

Benzoic acid, 2-Methyl-4-nitro-, Methyl ester - Introduction

methyl 2-methyl-4-nitrobenzoate is an organic compound with the chemical formula C9H9NO4. The following is a description of the properties, uses, preparation and safety information of the compound:

Nature:
-Appearance: methyl 2-methyl-4-nitrobenzoate is a yellow to dark yellow crystal or crystalline powder.
-Solubility: can be dissolved in some organic solvents, such as ethanol, ether and dichloromethane.
-Melting point: about 78-82 degrees Celsius.
-Boiling point: about 315 degrees Celsius.

Use:
- methyl 2-methyl-4-nitrobenzoate can be used as an intermediate in drug synthesis and has a wide range of applications.
-It can also be used as a synthetic raw material for pesticides, dyes, pigments and pesticides.

Preparation Method:
The preparation of methyl 2-methyl-4-nitrobenzoate can be completed by introducing methyl and nitro groups into methyl benzoate. One possible preparation method is as follows:
1. Add sulfuric acid catalyst to methanol and heat to the reaction temperature.
2. Nitric acid is added to the stirred reaction system to react with methanol to produce methyl nitrate.
3. Methyl benzoate was added to the reaction system, and the reaction conditions were controlled to replace the methyl group and the nitro group with each other.
4. After completion of the reaction, the target product can be isolated from the reaction mixture by crystallization or extraction.

Safety Information:
- methyl 2-methyl-4-nitrobenzoate may be irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract, so proper safety measures need to be taken during operation and use.
-Goggles, gloves and appropriate protective clothing are required.
-Ensure good ventilation during operation and avoid inhaling dust or vapor of the compound.
-If you come into contact with this compound, rinse the affected area immediately with plenty of water and seek medical help.
-Waste disposal in accordance with local regulations and safety codes.

Last Update：2024-04-09 20:49:11