CAS 1431868-21-1

Sodium 4-chloro-3-methylbenzoate

Description:

Sodium 4-chloro-3-methylbenzoate is a chemical compound that belongs to the class of benzoate salts. It is the sodium salt of 4-chloro-3-methylbenzoic acid, characterized by the presence of a chlorine atom and a methyl group on the aromatic ring. This compound typically appears as a white to off-white crystalline powder and is soluble in water due to the ionic nature of the sodium salt. Its molecular structure features a benzene ring substituted with a chlorine atom at the para position and a methyl group at the meta position relative to the carboxylate group. Sodium 4-chloro-3-methylbenzoate may be used in various applications, including as a reagent in organic synthesis, in pharmaceuticals, and potentially in agricultural chemistry. As with many chemical substances, handling should be done with care, observing appropriate safety protocols to mitigate any risks associated with exposure or environmental impact.

Formula: C₈H₈ClNaO₂

Synonyms:

• Sodium 4-chloro-3-methylbenzoate

Sodium 4-chloro-3-methylbenzoate

CAS: 1431868-21-1

Sodium 4-chloro-3-methylbenzoate

Formula: C₈H₆ClO₂·Na

Purity: ≥95%

Color and Shape: Yellow Solid-Powder

Molecular weight: 192.57481

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