CAS 1658-42-0

2-Pyridineacetic acid, methyl ester

Description:

2-Pyridineacetic acid, methyl ester, also known as methyl 2-pyridineacetate, is an organic compound characterized by its pyridine ring structure and an ester functional group. It features a methyl ester group attached to the carboxylic acid of 2-pyridineacetic acid, which contributes to its solubility in organic solvents. This compound typically appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a distinctive aromatic odor. It is moderately polar due to the presence of the pyridine nitrogen and the ester group, which influences its reactivity and interactions in chemical processes. 2-Pyridineacetic acid, methyl ester is often used in organic synthesis and as an intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its properties include a relatively low boiling point and a tendency to participate in nucleophilic substitution reactions, making it a versatile building block in various chemical applications. Safety precautions should be observed when handling this compound, as it may pose health risks if inhaled or ingested.

Formula: C₈H₉NO₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C8H9NO2/c1-11-8(10)6-7-4-2-3-5-9-7/h2-5H,6H2,1H3

InChI key: InChIKey=ORAKNQSHWMHCEY-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(C(OC)=O)C1=CC=CC=N1

Synonyms:

• 2-Pyridineacetic Acid Methyl Ester
• 2-Pyridylacetic acid methyl ester
• 2-[(Methoxycarbonyl)methyl]pyridine
• Methyl 2-(2-pyridyl)acetate
• Methyl 2-(Pyridin-2-Yl)Acetate
• Methyl 2-pyridineacetate
• Methyl 2-pyridinylacetate
• Methyl Pyridin-2-Ylacetate
• NSC 72093
• Pyridin-2-ylacetic acid methyl ester
• Pyridine-2-Acetic Acid Methyl Ester

Methyl 2-Pyridylacetate

CAS: 1658-42-0

Formula: C₈H₉NO₂

Purity: >97.0%(GC)

Color and Shape: Colorless to Yellow clear liquid

Molecular weight: 151.17

Ref: 3B-P1268

2-Pyridineacetic acid, methyl ester

CAS: 1658-42-0

Formula: C₈H₉NO₂

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: Liquid

Molecular weight: 151.1626

Ref: IN-DA001WCR

Methyl 2-pyridylacetate

CAS: 1658-42-0

Methyl 2-pyridylacetate

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: Pale Yellow Liquid

Molecular weight: 151.16g/mol

Ref: 54-OR954071

Methyl 2-Pyridyl Acetate (Pyridyl Acetate Methyl Ester)

CAS: 1658-42-0

Formula: C₈H₉NO₂

Color and Shape: Colorless Liquid

Molecular weight: 151.17

Ref: 4Z-P-373

Methyl 2-pyridylacetate

CAS: 1658-42-0

Formula: C₈H₉NO₂

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Liquid, Clear

Molecular weight: 151.165

Ref: 10-F092468

Methyl 2-pyridylacetate

CAS: 1658-42-0

Methyl 2-pyridylacetate is a reactive compound that can be used as a reagent for trifluoromethylthiolation of terminal alkynes. This compound has been shown to react with anilines and form isomers, including the acid form. The reaction rate of the methyl 2-pyridylacetate with pyridine compounds is slow, but it reacts quickly with thionyl chloride and hydrochloric acid. Methyl 2-pyridylacetate also reacts with nucleophiles such as methyl anthranilate to form the corresponding quinolizine derivatives.

Formula: C₈H₉NO₂

Purity: Min. 95%

Molecular weight: 151.16 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FM154992