CAS 869569-69-7

Ethyl 3-chloro-4-(cyclopropyloxy)benzoate

Description:

Ethyl 3-chloro-4-(cyclopropyloxy)benzoate is an organic compound characterized by its ester functional group, which is derived from benzoic acid. The structure features a chloro substituent at the 3-position and a cyclopropyloxy group at the 4-position of the aromatic ring. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid, depending on its purity and specific conditions. It is known for its potential applications in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry, particularly as a building block for more complex molecules. The presence of the cyclopropyl group may impart unique steric and electronic properties, influencing its reactivity and interactions with biological targets. Ethyl 3-chloro-4-(cyclopropyloxy)benzoate is likely to be soluble in organic solvents and may exhibit moderate stability under standard laboratory conditions. As with many chlorinated compounds, it is essential to handle it with care due to potential toxicity and environmental concerns. Proper safety protocols should be followed when working with this substance in a laboratory setting.

Formula: C₁₂H₁₃ClO₃

InChI: InChI=1S/C12H13ClO3/c1-2-15-12(14)8-3-6-11(10(13)7-8)16-9-4-5-9/h3,6-7,9H,2,4-5H2,1H3

InChI key: InChIKey=IVORNGNYRCYPAR-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: O(C1=C(Cl)C=C(C(OCC)=O)C=C1)C2CC2

Synonyms:

• Ethyl 3-chloro-4-(cyclopropyloxy)benzoate
• 4-(Cyclopropyloxy)-3-chlorobenzoic acid ethyl ester
• Benzoic acid, 3-chloro-4-(cyclopropyloxy)-, ethyl ester