CAS 4122-57-0

3-Methoxyphthalide

Description:

3-Methoxyphthalide, with the CAS number 4122-57-0, is an organic compound belonging to the class of phthalides, which are characterized by a lactone structure derived from phthalic acid. This compound features a methoxy group (-OCH3) at the 3-position of the phthalide ring, influencing its chemical properties and reactivity. Typically, 3-Methoxyphthalide appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid, depending on its purity and temperature. It is known for its aromatic properties and may exhibit a pleasant, sweet odor. The compound is soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and ether, but its solubility in water is limited. 3-Methoxyphthalide has applications in the fragrance industry and may also be studied for its potential biological activities, including antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. As with many organic compounds, safety precautions should be taken when handling it, as it may pose health risks if ingested or inhaled.

Formula: C₉H₈O₃

InChI: InChI=1S/C9H8O3/c1-11-9-7-5-3-2-4-6(7)8(10)12-9/h2-5,9H,1H3

InChI key: InChIKey=OIIJJGAFRGJQSQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: O(C)C1C=2C(C(=O)O1)=CC=CC2

Synonyms:

• 1(3H)-Isobenzofuranone, 3-methoxy-
• 3-Methoxy-1(3H)-isobenzofuranone
• 3-Methoxy-1,3-dihydro-2-benzofuran-1-one
• 3-Methoxy-3H-2-benzofuran-1-one
• 3-Methoxy-3H-isobenzofuran-1-one
• 3-Methoxyphthalide
• Nsc 408564
• Phthalide, 3-methoxy-
• 3-Methoxy-2-benzofuran-1(3H)-one

3-Methoxyphthalide

CAS: 4122-57-0

Formula: C₉H₈O₃

Purity: >98.0%(GC)

Color and Shape: White to Almost white powder to crystal

Molecular weight: 164.16

Ref: 3B-M2007

3-Methoxy-1(3h)-isobenzofuranone

CAS: 4122-57-0

Formula: C₉H₈O₃

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 164.1580

Ref: IN-DA00C8UV

3-Methoxy-1(3H)-isobenzofuranone

CAS: 4122-57-0

3-Methoxy-1(3H)-isobenzofuranone

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 164.16g/mol

Ref: 54-OR938427

3-Methoxyisobenzofuran-1(3H)-one

CAS: 4122-57-0

Formula: C₉H₈O₃

Purity: 98%(GC-MS);RG

Color and Shape: No data available.

Molecular weight: 164.16

Ref: 10-F209365

3-Methoxyisobenzofuran-1(3H)-one

Controlled Product

CAS: 4122-57-0

Applications 3-Methoxyisobenzofuran-1(3H)-one acts as a reagent for the synthesis of vitamin K and related naphthoquinones via demethoxycarbonylative cyclization and cascade Cope-retro-Wittig rearrangement.
References Mal, D., et al.: Org. Lett., 17, 5800 (2015)

Formula: C₉H₈O₃

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 164.16

Ref: TR-M263270