CAS 77324-87-9

Methyl 5-nitro-2-methylbenzoate

Description:

Methyl 5-nitro-2-methylbenzoate, with the CAS number 77324-87-9, is an organic compound belonging to the class of benzoates. It features a methyl ester functional group attached to a benzoic acid derivative, specifically substituted with a nitro group at the 5-position and a methyl group at the 2-position of the aromatic ring. This compound typically appears as a yellow to brown solid or liquid, depending on its purity and form. It is characterized by its aromatic properties, which contribute to its potential applications in organic synthesis and as an intermediate in the production of various chemical compounds. Methyl 5-nitro-2-methylbenzoate is generally soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and acetone but has limited solubility in water. Its nitro group imparts certain reactivity, making it a useful precursor in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. As with many nitro compounds, it should be handled with care due to potential toxicity and environmental concerns.

Formula: C₉H₉NO₄

InChI: InChI=1/C9H9NO4/c1-6-3-4-7(10(12)13)5-8(6)9(11)14-2/h3-5H,1-2H3

SMILES: Cc1ccc(cc1C(=O)OC)N(=O)=O

Synonyms:

• Benzoic acid, 2-methyl-5-nitro-, methyl ester
• Methyl 2-methyl-5-nitrobenzoate
• Methyl-2-methyl-5-nitrobenzolcarboxylat

Methyl 2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzoate

CAS: 77324-87-9

Formula: C₉H₉NO₄

Purity: >98.0%(GC)

Color and Shape: White to Light yellow powder to crystal

Molecular weight: 195.17

Ref: 3B-M2220

methyl 2-methyl-5-nitrobenzoate

CAS: 77324-87-9

Formula: C₉H₉NO₄

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 195.1721

Ref: IN-DA003RY3

Methyl 2-methyl-5-nitrobenzoate

CAS: 77324-87-9

Methyl 2-methyl-5-nitrobenzoate

Purity: 97%

Molecular weight: 195.17g/mol

Ref: 54-OR40553

Methyl 2-methyl-5-nitrobenzoate

CAS: 77324-87-9

Formula: C₉H₉NO₄

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 195.174

Ref: 10-F210253