CAS 6908-41-4

Methyl 4-(hydroxymethyl)benzoate

Description:

Methyl 4-(hydroxymethyl)benzoate, also known by its CAS number 6908-41-4, is an organic compound that belongs to the class of benzoates. It features a methyl ester functional group and a hydroxymethyl substituent on the aromatic ring. This compound is typically characterized by its white to off-white crystalline solid form and has a moderate solubility in organic solvents, while being less soluble in water due to its hydrophobic aromatic structure. Methyl 4-(hydroxymethyl)benzoate exhibits properties such as being a potential intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its hydroxymethyl group can participate in various chemical reactions, making it a versatile building block in synthetic chemistry. Additionally, it may possess mild antimicrobial properties, which can be beneficial in certain applications. As with many organic compounds, handling should be done with care, following appropriate safety guidelines to avoid exposure or adverse reactions.

Formula: C₉H₁₀O₃

InChI: InChI=1S/C9H10O3/c1-12-9(11)8-4-2-7(6-10)3-5-8/h2-5,10H,6H2,1H3

InChI key: InChIKey=VBWFYEFYHJRJER-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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

Synonyms:

• 4-(Carbomethoxy)benzyl alcohol
• 4-(Methoxycarbonyl)benzyl alcohol
• 4-Carbomethoxybenzyl alcohol
• 4-Hydroxymethylbenzoic acid methyl ester
• Benzoic acid, 4-(hydroxymethyl)-, methyl ester
• Methyl p-(hydroxymethyl)benzoate
• p-(Methoxycarbonyl)benzyl alcohol
• p-Toluic acid, α-hydroxy-, methyl ester
• Methyl (4-hydroxymethyl)benzoate
• Methyl 4-(hydroxymethyl)benzoate
• Methyl 4-(hydroxymethyl)benzoate

Methyl 4-(Hydroxymethyl)benzoate

CAS: 6908-41-4

Formula: C₉H₁₀O₃

Purity: >98.0%(GC)(T)

Color and Shape: White to Almost white powder to crystal

Molecular weight: 166.18

Ref: 3B-H0640

Methyl (4-hydroxymethyl)benzoate, 99%

CAS: 6908-41-4

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Formula: C₉H₁₀O₃

Purity: 99%

Color and Shape: White, Crystals or powder or crystalline powder or fused solid

Molecular weight: 166.18

Ref: 02-B22564

Methyl 4-(hydroxymethyl)benzoate

CAS: 6908-41-4

Formula: C₉H₁₀O₃

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 166.1739

Ref: IN-DA003575

Methyl 4-(hydroxymethyl)benzoate

CAS: 6908-41-4

Methyl 4-(hydroxymethyl)benzoate

Formula: C₉H₁₀O₃

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: white solid

Molecular weight: 166.17g/mol

Ref: 54-OR110419

Methyl 4-(hydroxymethyl)benzoate

CAS: 6908-41-4

Formula: C₉H₁₀O₃

Purity: 99.00%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 166.176

Ref: 10-F329989

4-(Hydroxymethyl)benzoic acid methyl ester

CAS: 6908-41-4

4-(Hydroxymethyl)benzoic acid methyl ester is a quinazolinone that has been used as an anticancer drug. It is synthesized by cross-coupling of 4-hydroxymethylbenzoic acid and methyl iodide with a cobaltic catalyst, followed by dehydrogenation. The synthesis can also be achieved using a molybdenum catalyst, leading to the same product. 4-(Hydroxymethyl)benzoic acid methyl ester is an efficient method for the synthesis of this compound and has shown anti-cancer activity in animal models. It inhibits serine proteases, including matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) and cathepsin B, which are enzymes involved in cancer cell invasion and metastasis.

Formula: C₉H₁₀O₃

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Powder

Molecular weight: 166.17 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FH70263