Methyl benzo[d]oxazole-4-carboxylate

Methyl benzo[d]oxazole-4-carboxylate - Names and Identifiers

Name	4-Benzoxazolecarboxylic acid, methyl ester
Synonyms	Methyl 4-benzoxazolecarboxylate Methyl Benzoxazole-4-carboxylate Methyl benzo[d]oxazole-4-carboxylate Methyl 1,3-benzoxazole-4-carboxylate 4-BENZOXAZOLECARBOXYLIC ACID, METHYL ESTER 4-Benzoxazolecarboxylic acid, methyl ester Benzooxazole-4-carboxylic acid methyl ester
CAS	128156-54-7

Methyl benzo[d]oxazole-4-carboxylate - Physico-chemical Properties

Molecular Formula	C9H7NO3
Molar Mass	177.16
Density	1.288±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)
Melting Point	99 °C(Solv: benzene (71-43-2))
Boling Point	260-270 °C
pKa	-1.75±0.30(Predicted)
Storage Condition	2-8°C

Methyl benzo[d]oxazole-4-carboxylate - Introduction

Methyl 4-benzoxazolecarboxylate (acid methyl ester) is an organic compound whose chemical formula is C10H9NO3. The following is a description of its nature, use, preparation and safety information:

Nature:
-Appearance: Methyl 4-benzoxazolecarboxylate is a white to pale yellow crystalline solid.
-Melting point: about 80-82 degrees Celsius.
-Solubility: Soluble in some organic solvents, such as alcohols, ketones and esters, insoluble in water.

Use:
-4-Benzoxazolecarboxylic acid methyl ester can be used as an intermediate in organic synthesis to prepare other compounds or drugs.
-It can also be used to prepare compounds such as polymers and catalysts.

Preparation Method:
-The preparation of methyl 4-benzoxazolecarboxylate is usually carried out by chemical reaction. The specific method may be as follows: firstly, terephthalic acid and methyl chloroformate are reacted to obtain 4-benzoxazolecarboxylic acid, which is then reacted with alcohol to produce 4-benzoxazolecarboxylic acid methyl ester.

Safety Information:
-4-benzoxazole carboxylic acid methyl ester has low toxicity, but it is still necessary to follow laboratory safety procedures and avoid inhalation, intake or contact with skin and eyes.
-When handling this compound, it is recommended to wear appropriate personal protective equipment, such as laboratory gloves, protective glasses and laboratory coats.
-In case of contact or accidental inhalation, wash skin, flush eyes, and seek medical attention if needed.

Last Update：2024-04-09 15:17:51