CAS 79669-50-4

Methyl 5-bromo-2-methylbenzoate

Description:

Methyl 5-bromo-2-methylbenzoate is an organic compound characterized by its aromatic structure, which includes a bromine substituent and a methyl ester functional group. It belongs to the class of benzoates and is derived from benzoic acid. The presence of the bromine atom at the 5-position of the aromatic ring contributes to its reactivity and potential applications in organic synthesis, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. The methyl group at the 2-position influences the compound's steric and electronic properties, affecting its behavior in chemical reactions. Methyl 5-bromo-2-methylbenzoate is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid, depending on its purity and form. It is soluble in organic solvents, making it useful in various chemical processes. Safety precautions should be taken when handling this compound, as it may pose health risks due to the presence of bromine. Overall, its unique structure and properties make it a valuable intermediate in synthetic organic chemistry.

Formula: C₉H₉BrO₂

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

InChI key: InChIKey=FDCYLMYCHALQJR-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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

Synonyms:

• 5-Bromo-2-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester
• Benzoic acid, 5-bromo-2-methyl-, methyl ester
• Methyl 3-bromo-6-methylbenzoate
• Methyl 5-bromo-o-toluate
• NSC 243705
• o-Toluic acid, 5-bromo-, methyl ester
• Methyl 5-bromo-2-methylbenzoate

Methyl 5-Bromo-2-methylbenzoate

CAS: 79669-50-4

Formula: C₉H₉BrO₂

Purity: >98.0%(GC)

Color and Shape: White to Light yellow powder to crystal

Molecular weight: 229.07

Ref: 3B-M2542

Methyl 5-bromo-2-methylbenzoate, 98%

CAS: 79669-50-4

Methyl 5-bromo-2-methylbenzoate is used as a catalytic agent, petrochemical additive This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item

Formula: C₉H₉BrO₂

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 229.07

Ref: 02-H61861

Methyl 5-bromo-2-methylbenzoate

CAS: 79669-50-4

Formula: C₉H₉BrO₂

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 229.0706

Ref: IN-DA003RXD

Methyl 5-bromo-2-methylbenzoate

CAS: 79669-50-4

Methyl 5-bromo-2-methylbenzoate

Formula: C₉H₉BrO₂

Purity: ≥95%

Color and Shape: white to off whtie crystalline solid

Molecular weight: 229.07g/mol

Ref: 54-OR301032

Methyl 5-bromo-2-methylbenzoate

CAS: 79669-50-4

Formula: C₉H₉BrO₂

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 229.073

Ref: 10-F079379