3-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)propionic acid

CAS: 1811-85-4

Ref. 3D-BAA81185

Product Information

• Name: 3-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)propionic acid
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: 3-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)propionic acid is an organic compound that belongs to the class of propionic acid derivatives. It is a chiral compound with two stereoisomers. The crystal structure of the racemic mixture has been determined by x-ray crystallography and the absolute configuration was assigned as (S) based on its enantiomeric excess. 3-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)propionic acid can be synthesized from benzyloxymethyl chloride and propionic acid. This reaction is mediated by a base, such as sodium methoxide or potassium t-butoxide.3-(2,4-Dimethylphenyl)propionic acid is used in the synthesis of other compounds, such as phenylethyl propionate and 2-methylbenzaldehyde.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 178.23 g/mol
• Formula: C₁₁H₁₄O₂
• Purity: Min. 95%