CAS 478375-40-5

Methyl 3-bromo-5-methylbenzoate

Description:

Methyl 3-bromo-5-methylbenzoate is an organic compound characterized by its aromatic structure, which includes a benzene ring substituted with a bromine atom and two methyl groups. The presence of the ester functional group, derived from benzoic acid, contributes to its reactivity and solubility properties. This compound typically appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid, depending on its purity and temperature. It is moderately soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and ether but has limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic aromatic structure. Methyl 3-bromo-5-methylbenzoate can participate in various chemical reactions, including nucleophilic substitutions and coupling reactions, making it useful in synthetic organic chemistry. Its bromine substituent can serve as a leaving group, facilitating further functionalization. Safety data indicates that, like many brominated compounds, it should be handled with care due to potential toxicity and environmental concerns. Proper storage and handling protocols are essential to mitigate risks associated with exposure.

Formula: C₉H₉BrO₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C9H9BrO2/c1-6-3-7(9(11)12-2)5-8(10)4-6/h3-5H,1-2H3

InChI key: InChIKey=OAOZBFUAVJUPED-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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

Synonyms:

• 3-Bromo-5-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester
• Benzoic acid, 3-bromo-5-methyl-, methyl ester
• Methyl 3-bromo-5-methylbenzoate
• 3-Bromo-5-methyl-benzoic acid methyl ester
• 3-bromo-5-methylbenzoate methyl

Methyl 3-bromo-5-methylbenzoate

CAS: 478375-40-5

Formula: C₉H₉BrO₂

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Liquid

Molecular weight: 229.0706

Ref: IN-DA0038PI

Methyl 3-bromo-5-methylbenzoate

CAS: 478375-40-5

Methyl 3-bromo-5-methylbenzoate

Formula: C₉H₉BrO₂

Purity: ≥95%

Color and Shape: yellow solid

Molecular weight: 229.07g/mol

Ref: 54-OR400190

3-Bromo-5-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester

CAS: 478375-40-5

Formula: C₉H₉BrO₂

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 229.073

Ref: 10-F222493