CAS 3556-83-0

Benzoic acid, 3-methoxy-4-methyl-, methyl ester

Description:

Benzoic acid, 3-methoxy-4-methyl-, methyl ester, commonly known as methyl 3-methoxy-4-methylbenzoate, is an aromatic ester characterized by its pleasant, fruity odor. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid at room temperature and is soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and ether, but has limited solubility in water. The compound features a methoxy group (-OCH₃) and a methyl group (-CH₃) attached to the benzene ring, which contribute to its chemical properties and reactivity. It is often used in the synthesis of various organic compounds and as a flavoring agent in the food industry. Additionally, it may serve as an intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. The compound's stability under normal conditions makes it suitable for various applications, although it should be handled with care due to potential irritant properties. As with many esters, it can undergo hydrolysis in the presence of water and acids or bases, reverting to its corresponding acid and alcohol.

Formula: C₁₀H₁₂O₃

InChI: InChI=1S/C10H12O3/c1-7-4-5-8(10(11)13-3)6-9(7)12-2/h4-6H,1-3H3

InChI key: InChIKey=LLEXCSBUSVRBCA-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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

Synonyms:

• 3-Methoxy-4-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester
• 3-Methoxy-p-toluic acid methyl ester (COOCH3=1)
• Benzoic acid, 3-methoxy-4-methyl-, methyl ester
• Methyl 4-Methoxy-3-Methylbenzoate
• Methyl 4-methyl-3-(methyloxy)benzoate
• m-Anisic acid, 4-methyl-, methyl ester
• Methyl 3-methoxy-4-methylbenzoate

Methyl 3-Methoxy-4-methylbenzoate

CAS: 3556-83-0

Formula: C₁₀H₁₂O₃

Purity: >98.0%(GC)

Color and Shape: White to Almost white powder to crystal

Molecular weight: 180.20

Ref: 3B-M1427

Methyl 3-methoxy-4-methylbenzoate, 98%

CAS: 3556-83-0

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Formula: C₁₀H₁₂O₃

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 180.20

Ref: 02-B22695

Methyl 3-Methoxy-4-methylbenzoate

CAS: 3556-83-0

Formula: C₁₀H₁₂O₃

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 180.2005

Ref: IN-DA003RSR

Methyl 3-methoxy-4-methylbenzoate

CAS: 3556-83-0

Methyl 3-methoxy-4-methylbenzoate

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 180.20g/mol

Ref: 54-OR4687

3-Methoxy-4-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester

CAS: 3556-83-0

3-Methoxy-4-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester is a potent inhibitor of the neurotoxic effects of β-amyloid peptide (Aβ) on cultured human neurons. 3-Methoxy-4-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester inhibits fibrillation in vitro and fluorescence assay, suggesting that it may be a promising therapeutic agent for Alzheimer's disease. The fluorescence assay is based on the inhibition of fluorescence by 3-methoxy-4-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester, which competes with Aβ for binding to an acceptor molecule. This inhibition can be used as a marker to measure the amount of Aβ present in vivo.

Formula: C₁₀H₁₂O₃

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: White Powder

Molecular weight: 180.2 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FM70538

Methyl 3-methoxy-4-methylbenzoate

CAS: 3556-83-0

Formula: C₁₀H₁₂O₃

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 180.203

Ref: 10-F079454