CAS 4408-60-0

2,4,6-Trimethylbenzeneacetic acid

Description:

2,4,6-Trimethylbenzeneacetic acid, also known as pseudocumeneacetic acid, is an aromatic carboxylic acid characterized by its structure, which features a benzene ring substituted with three methyl groups at the 2, 4, and 6 positions, along with an acetic acid functional group. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a distinctive odor. It is soluble in organic solvents but has limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic aromatic structure. The presence of the carboxylic acid group imparts acidic properties, allowing it to participate in various chemical reactions, such as esterification and amidation. 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzeneacetic acid is used in organic synthesis and may serve as an intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other fine chemicals. Safety data indicates that, like many organic acids, it should be handled with care, as it may cause irritation to the skin and eyes. Proper storage and handling procedures are essential to ensure safety in laboratory and industrial settings.

Formula: C₁₁H₁₄O₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C11H14O2/c1-7-4-8(2)10(6-11(12)13)9(3)5-7/h4-5H,6H2,1-3H3,(H,12,13)

InChI key: InChIKey=CQWMQAKKAHTCSC-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(C(O)=O)C1=C(C)C=C(C)C=C1C

Synonyms:

• (2,4,6-Trimethylphenyl)Acetate
• 2,4,6-Tmpac
• 2,4,6-Trimethyl phenylacetic acid
• 2,4,6-Trimethyl-α-toluic acid
• 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzeneacetic Acid
• 2-(2,4,6-Trimethylphenyl)acetic acid
• 2-Mesitylacetic acid
• Acetic acid, mesityl-
• Benzeneacetic Acid, 2,4,6-Trimethyl-
• Mesity aceti acid
• Mesitylacetic acid
• Mesityleneacetic acid
• NSC 11348
• Rarechem Al Bo 0305
• Vitas-Bb Tbb000369

Mesityleneacetic Acid

CAS: 4408-60-0

Formula: C₁₁H₁₄O₂

Purity: >98.0%(GC)(T)

Color and Shape: White to Light yellow to Light orange powder to crystal

Molecular weight: 178.23

Ref: 3B-M1218

Benzeneacetic acid, 2,4,6-trimethyl-

CAS: 4408-60-0

Formula: C₁₁H₁₄O₂

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 178.2277

Ref: IN-DA00I8DV

2-mesitylacetic acid

CAS: 4408-60-0

2-mesitylacetic acid

Purity: 95%

Molecular weight: 178.23g/mol

Ref: 54-OR30409

2,4,6-Trimethylphenylacetic acid

CAS: 4408-60-0

2,4,6-Trimethylphenylacetic acid is a sterically demanding compound that interacts with metal ions in wastewater to produce ester compounds. The oxidation of 2,4,6-trimethylphenylacetic acid has been shown to produce reactive oxygen species and carbonyl groups. This process can then be catalyzed by an acid catalyst to generate the degenerative disease metabolites 2-hydroxy-4,6-dimethylphenol and 3-methyl-2H-pyridinium chloride. The structural formula for 2,4,6-trimethylphenylacetic acid is C9H18O3.
The wastewater treatment process involves the use of activated sludge to remove organic pollutants from wastewater through biological oxidation using oxygen from air or dissolved in water.

Formula: C₁₁H₁₄O₂

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: White Powder

Molecular weight: 178.23 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FT33056

2-Mesitylacetic acid

CAS: 4408-60-0

Formula: C₁₁H₁₄O₂

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 178.231

Ref: 10-F214647