CAS 85740-98-3

4-Chloro-3-methoxybenzoic acid

Description:

4-Chloro-3-methoxybenzoic acid, with the CAS number 85740-98-3, is an aromatic carboxylic acid characterized by the presence of a chloro group and a methoxy group on a benzoic acid framework. This compound features a chlorine atom at the para position and a methoxy group at the meta position relative to the carboxylic acid functional group. It is typically a white to off-white solid that is soluble in organic solvents and exhibits limited solubility in water. The presence of the chloro and methoxy substituents can influence its reactivity and polarity, making it useful in various chemical syntheses and applications, including pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. The compound may also exhibit biological activity, which can be of interest in medicinal chemistry. As with many organic compounds, proper handling and safety precautions should be observed due to potential toxicity or environmental impact.

Formula: C₈H₇ClO₃

InChI: InChI=1/C8H7ClO3/c1-12-7-4-5(8(10)11)2-3-6(7)9/h2-4H,1H3,(H,10,11)

SMILES: COc1cc(ccc1Cl)C(=O)O

Synonyms:

• 4-Chloro-3-Methoxybenzoate
• 4-Chloro-3-methoxy benzoic acid

4-Chloro-3-methoxybenzoic Acid

CAS: 85740-98-3

Formula: C₈H₇ClO₃

Purity: >98.0%(GC)(T)

Color and Shape: White to Almost white powder to crystal

Molecular weight: 186.59

Ref: 3B-C3304

Benzoic acid, 4-chloro-3-methoxy-

CAS: 85740-98-3

Formula: C₈H₇ClO₃

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 186.5924

Ref: IN-DA004P4Q

4-Chloro-3-methoxybenzoic acid

CAS: 85740-98-3

4-Chloro-3-methoxybenzoic acid

Formula: C₈H₇ClO₃

Purity: 97%

Molecular weight: 186.59

Ref: IN-DG6113

4-Chloro-3-methoxybenzoic acid

CAS: 85740-98-3

4-Chloro-3-methoxybenzoic acid

Formula: C₈H₇ClO₃

Purity: >98%

Molecular weight: 186.59238

Ref: 54-OR401000

4-Chloro-3-methoxybenzoic acid

CAS: 85740-98-3

4-Chloro-3-methoxybenzoic acid (4CMB) is a putative cancer drug that belongs to the group of imidazole derivatives. 4CMB has been shown to inhibit the growth of human breast and colon cancer cells in culture by altering the metabolism of 3-hydroxyanthranilic acid, which is an acceptor for aromatic amino acid hydroxylase. The effect of 4CMB on this enzyme leads to a decrease in the production of kynurenine, which is a molecule involved in the production of melanin. This reduced amount of kynurenine results in a loss of pigment and decreases the ability of melanocytes to produce pigments such as melanin. This may help explain how 4CMB works against malignant cells and cancer.

Formula: C₈H₇ClO₃

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Powder

Molecular weight: 186.59 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FC55332

4-Chloro-3-methoxybenzoic acid

CAS: 85740-98-3

Formula: C₈H₇ClO₃

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 186.59

Ref: 10-F065761