CAS 1076-88-6
:3,4,5-Trimethylbenzoic acid
Description:
3,4,5-Trimethylbenzoic acid is an aromatic carboxylic acid characterized by a benzene ring substituted with three methyl groups at the 3, 4, and 5 positions, along with a carboxylic acid functional group (-COOH). This compound is typically a white to off-white crystalline solid with a relatively high melting point, indicating strong intermolecular interactions, likely due to hydrogen bonding from the carboxylic acid group. It is soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and ether but has limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic methyl groups. The presence of multiple methyl groups contributes to its hydrophobic character and can influence its reactivity and interactions with other molecules. 3,4,5-Trimethylbenzoic acid is used in various applications, including as an intermediate in organic synthesis and in the production of specialty chemicals. Its unique structure may also impart specific properties that make it useful in materials science and pharmaceuticals. Safety data should be consulted for handling and exposure guidelines, as with any chemical substance.
Formula:C10H12O2
InChI:InChI=1/C10H12O2/c1-6-4-9(10(11)12)5-7(2)8(6)3/h4-5H,1-3H3,(H,11,12)
SMILES:Cc1cc(cc(C)c1C)C(=O)O
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Benzoic acid,3,4,5-trimethyl-
CAS:Formula:C10H12O2Purity:95%Color and Shape:SolidMolecular weight:164.2011


