CAS 480-63-7

2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoic acid

Description:

2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoic acid, with the CAS number 480-63-7, is an aromatic carboxylic acid characterized by a benzene ring substituted with three methyl groups at the 2, 4, and 6 positions, along with a carboxylic acid functional group (-COOH) at the 1-position. This compound typically appears as a white crystalline solid and is known for its relatively high melting point. It is soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and acetone but has limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic methyl groups. 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoic acid is utilized in various applications, including as an intermediate in organic synthesis and in the production of certain polymers and resins. Its structure contributes to its chemical reactivity, allowing it to participate in various reactions typical of carboxylic acids, such as esterification and acid-base reactions. Additionally, it may exhibit properties such as antimicrobial activity and can be used in the formulation of fragrances and flavorings.

Formula: C₁₀H₁₂O₂

InChI: InChI=1/C10H12O2/c1-6-4-7(2)9(10(11)12)8(3)5-6/h4-5H,1-3H3,(H,11,12)/p-1

InChI key: InChIKey=FFFIRKXTFQCCKJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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

Synonyms:

• 2,4,6-Trimethyl Benzoic Acid
• 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoate
• Benzoic acid, 2,4,6-trimethyl-
• Mesitoic acid
• Mesitylene-2-carboxylic acid
• Mesitylenecarboxylic acid
• NSC 1119
• NSC 203160
• NSC 407983
• β-Isodurylic acid
• 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoic acid
• 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzioc acid
• 2,4,6-trimethyl-benzoicaci
• 2-MESITYLENECARBOXYLIC ACID
• TMBA
• beta-isodurylicacid
• RARECHEM AL BO 0328
• Benzoicacid,2,4,6-trimethyl-

2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoic Acid

CAS: 480-63-7

Formula: C₁₀H₁₂O₂

Purity: >98.0%(GC)(T)

Color and Shape: White to Almost white powder to crystal

Molecular weight: 164.20

Ref: 3B-T1421

2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoic acid, 99%

CAS: 480-63-7

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Formula: C₁₀H₁₂O₂

Purity: 99%

Color and Shape: White to cream, Powder or crystalline powder

Molecular weight: 164.20

Ref: 02-A11831

2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoic Acid

CAS: 480-63-7

Formula: C₁₀H₁₂O₂

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 164.2011

Ref: IN-DA0038PB

2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoic acid

CAS: 480-63-7

Formula: C₁₀H₁₂O₂

Molecular weight: 164.20

Ref: 7W-GK1279

Mesitoic acid

Controlled Product

CAS: 480-63-7

Applications Mesitoic acid can be used for its antioxidant.
References Thomas, P.S., et.al.: Medicines, 4, 1-7, (2017);

Formula: C₁₀H₁₂O₂

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 164.2

Ref: TR-T896040

2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoic acid

CAS: 480-63-7

2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoic acid

Formula: C₁₀H₁₂O₂

Purity: >98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 164.20107

Ref: 54-OR24123

2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoic acid

CAS: 480-63-7

2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoic acid is a molecule that belongs to the class of carboxylates. It has been shown to exhibit anticarcinogenic properties in patients with cervical cancer. 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoic acid inhibits the growth of cervical cancer cells by blocking the activation of ferrocenecarboxylic acid (FCCA). This compound also blocks the activity of hydrogen bond and nitrogen atoms that are essential for cell division and development. 2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoic acid is used as an intermediate in the production of ferrocene derivatives. It can be used for acylation reactions with aromatic or aliphatic amines under acidic conditions.

Formula: C₁₀H₁₂O₂

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Powder

Molecular weight: 164.2 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FT71023

2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoic acid

CAS: 480-63-7

Formula: C₁₀H₁₂O₂

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 164.204

Ref: 10-F209378

2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoic acid

CAS: 480-63-7

2,4,6-Trimethylbenzoic acid

Formula: C₁₀H₁₂O₂

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 164.2

Ref: IN-DG20979