4'-Methoxy-2'-methylacetophenone

CAS: 24826-74-2

Ref. 3D-FM55705

Product Information

• Name: 4'-Methoxy-2'-methylacetophenone
• Synonyms: Acetophenone,4'-methoxy-2'-methyl- (6CI,7CI,8CI), 1-(4-Methoxy-2-methylphenyl)ethanone, 2'-Methyl-4'-methoxyacetophenone

Description

4'-Methoxy-2'-methylacetophenone is a Friedel-Crafts acylation reagent that is synthesized by the reaction of acetyl chloride with an aromatic compound. It is used as a catalyst for the synthesis of bromoacetic acid, which is then converted to chloroacetic acid. 4'-Methoxy-2'-methylacetophenone also undergoes acetylation reactions, which are catalyzed by strong acids. This reagent can be used to produce many different derivatives of acetic acid, including chloroacetate and benzoylformate. The selectivity of 4'-methoxy-2'-methylacetophenone for chloride over other halides is high, making it a useful catalyst for such reactions.
4'-Methoxy-2'-methylacetophenone can be synthesized by the Friedel-Crafts acylation reaction between bromobenzene and ethyl acetate in the presence

• Brand: Biosynth

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 164.2 g/mol
• Formula: C₁₀H₁₂O₂
• Purity: Min. 95%