Description:Methyl 5-iodo-2-methylbenzoate is an organic compound characterized by its aromatic structure, which includes a methyl ester functional group and an iodine substituent. It belongs to the class of benzoates, specifically a methyl ester of a substituted benzoic acid. The presence of the iodine atom at the 5-position of the aromatic ring influences its reactivity and physical properties, such as increasing the compound's density and potentially enhancing its electrophilic character. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid, depending on its purity and temperature. It is soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and dichloromethane but has limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic aromatic structure. Methyl 5-iodo-2-methylbenzoate can be utilized in various chemical reactions, including nucleophilic substitutions and coupling reactions, making it valuable in synthetic organic chemistry, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Safety precautions should be observed when handling this compound, as iodine-containing compounds can be hazardous.
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