3,5-Dimethyl-4-nitrobenzoic acid

CAS: 3095-38-3

Ref. 3D-FD71039

Product Information

• Name: 3,5-Dimethyl-4-nitrobenzoic acid
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: 3,5-Dimethyl-4-nitrobenzoic acid is a synthetic compound that has been used in the synthesis of other organic compounds. It is not currently used as a drug, but it has been shown to inhibit the growth of bacteria in vitro. The mechanism of action for this compound is unclear. 3,5-Dimethyl-4-nitrobenzoic acid has been shown to be active against the bacterium Typhimurium and may inhibit bacterial growth by being metabolised into nitrite or nitrate ions. This chemical can also be converted into a reactive intermediate that reacts with oxygen to form superoxide anion radicals, which are known to have antibacterial effects.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 195.17 g/mol
• Formula: C₉H₉NO₄
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color/Form: Powder