Applications
Methyl-4-Chloro Phenyl Acetate is applied as an intermediate or building block in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and various organic compounds due to its functional group and reactivity.
Description
This compound belongs to the class of organic compounds known as m-methoxybenzoic acids and derivatives. These are benzoic acids in which the hydrogen atom at position 3 of the benzene ring is replaced by a methoxy group.
Preparation
Methyl-4-Chloro Phenyl Acetate is typically prepared by reacting 4-Chloro Phenyl Acetic Acid with methanol in the presence of an acid catalyst through an esterification reaction.
Chemical Properties
Methyl-4-Chloro Phenyl Acetate is a chemical compound characterized by its ester functional group and aromatic properties, often used as an intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceutical and agrochemical compounds.
Definition
Methyl-4-Chloro Phenyl Acetate is an organic compound with a chemical structure containing a methyl ester group, a chloro-substituted phenyl ring, and an acetate moiety, commonly utilized as an intermediate in chemical synthesis.
Methyl-4-Chloro Phenyl Acetate
Product Name Methyl-4-Chloro Phenyl Acetate FORM OF CHEMICALS SOLID Cas no. 52449-43-1 Molecular formula c9h9clo2 molecular weight 184. 5 Physical appearance clear, slightly yellow liquid Identification ir matches with reference standard Refractive index at 20 Degreec 589 nm 1. 5220 to 1. 5240 Boiling point at 725 mm hg 145 – 150 Degreec Specific gravity 1. 1880 – 1. 1910 Moisture content 0. 20% max Purity by gc 99% min Packaging Size As Per Requirement
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