CAS 33166-79-9

ethyl 3-(3-methylphenyl)-3-oxopropanoate

Description:

Ethyl 3-(3-methylphenyl)-3-oxopropanoate, with the CAS number 33166-79-9, is an organic compound characterized by its ester functional group and a ketone moiety. This compound features a propanoate backbone, where the ethyl group is attached to the ester, and a 3-methylphenyl group is substituted at the 3-position of the propanoate chain. The presence of the ketone group contributes to its reactivity, making it a potential candidate for various chemical reactions, including condensation and acylation. Ethyl 3-(3-methylphenyl)-3-oxopropanoate is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a pleasant odor, indicating its potential use in flavoring and fragrance applications. Its solubility in organic solvents and limited solubility in water reflects its hydrophobic nature, which is common among esters. Additionally, this compound may exhibit biological activity, making it of interest in medicinal chemistry and drug development. Safety data should be consulted for handling and storage, as with all chemical substances.

Formula: C₁₂H₁₄O₃

InChI: InChI=1/C12H14O3/c1-3-15-12(14)8-11(13)10-6-4-5-9(2)7-10/h4-7H,3,8H2,1-2H3

SMILES: CCOC(=O)CC(=O)c1cccc(C)c1

Synonyms:

• Benzenepropanoic acid, 3-methyl-beta-oxo-, ethyl ester
• Ethyl 3-(3-methylphenyl)-3-oxopropanoate
• Ethyl m-toluoylacetate
• 2-[(3-methylphenyl)-oxomethyl]butanoate
• 3-(3-methylphenyl)-3-oxopropanoic acid ethyl ester
• ETHYL (3-METHYLBENZOYL)ACETATE
• Ethyl 2-(3-methylbenzoyl)acetate
• Ethyl m-methylbenzoylacetate
• Benzenepropanoic acid, 3-methyl-β-oxo-, ethyl ester
• ETHYL 3-OXO-3-M-TOLYLPROPANOATE
• Ethyl 3-oxo-3-(m-tolyl)propionate
• 3-OXO-3-M-TOLYL-PROPIONIC ACID ETHYL ESTER
• 3-OXO-3-(3-TOLYL)PROPIONIC ACID ETHYL ESTER

Ethyl (3-methylbenzoyl)acetate

CAS: 33166-79-9

Formula: C₁₂H₁₄O₃

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Liquid

Molecular weight: 206.2378

Ref: IN-DA0034TO

Ethyl (3-Methylbenzoyl)Acetate

CAS: 33166-79-9

Ethyl (3-Methylbenzoyl)Acetate

Purity: 96%

Molecular weight: 206.24g/mol

Ref: 54-OR1013123

3-Oxo-3-m-tolyl-propionic acid ethyl ester

CAS: 33166-79-9

Formula: C₁₂H₁₄O₃

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Liquid

Molecular weight: 206.241

Ref: 10-F014851