CAS 7515-16-4

2-Propynoic acid, 3-(4-methylphenyl)-, methyl ester

Description:

2-Propynoic acid, 3-(4-methylphenyl)-, methyl ester, also known as methyl 3-(4-methylphenyl)prop-2-ynoate, is an organic compound characterized by its ester functional group and an alkyne moiety. It features a propynoic acid backbone with a methyl ester at one end and a para-methylphenyl group at the third carbon. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a distinct odor. It is soluble in organic solvents and exhibits moderate stability under standard conditions. The presence of the alkyne group contributes to its reactivity, making it a potential candidate for various chemical reactions, including nucleophilic additions and polymerization processes. The compound may also exhibit biological activity, which can be explored in medicinal chemistry. Safety data should be consulted, as it may pose hazards typical of organic solvents and reactive compounds. Overall, 2-Propynoic acid, 3-(4-methylphenyl)-, methyl ester is of interest in both synthetic organic chemistry and potential applications in pharmaceuticals or agrochemicals.

Formula: C₁₁H₁₀O₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C11H10O2/c1-9-3-5-10(6-4-9)7-8-11(12)13-2/h3-6H,1-2H3

InChI key: InChIKey=DJGUBOLDIRLMDR-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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

Synonyms:

• Methyl p-tolylpropiolate
• Methyl 3-(4-methylphenyl)-2-propynoate
• Methyl 3-(4-methylphenyl)propiolate
• Propiolic acid, p-tolyl-, methyl ester
• 2-Propynoic acid, 3-(4-methylphenyl)-, methyl ester