Methyl 2-nitrobenzoate

CAS: 606-27-9

Ref. 3D-FM64260

Product Information

• Name: Methyl 2-nitrobenzoate
• Synonyms: 2-(Methoxycarbonyl)-1-nitrobenzene, 2-(Methoxycarbonyl)nitrobenzene, 2-Nitrobenzoic acid methyl ester, Benzoic acid, 2-nitro-, methyl ester, Benzoic acid, o-nitro-, methyl ester, Methyl o-nitrobenzoate, NSC 4136, o-Nitrobenzoic acid methyl ester

Description

Methyl 2-nitrobenzoate is a nitro compound that has been used to synthesize benzyl esters. It has been shown to react with protonation and acidic conditions. Methyl 2-nitrobenzoate is also used as an intermediate in the synthesis of methyl anthranilate, which is a component of artificial grape flavoring. The mechanism of the reaction is not fully understood, but it has been proposed that methyl 2-nitrobenzoate undergoes an intramolecular hydrogen bond with the benzoate group to form an intermediate compound called N-methyl-2-(phenylmethyl)benzamide. This intermediate then reacts with methylamine to form methyl anthranilate.

The molecule can be detected by gas chromatography or liquid chromatography in organic solvents such as methanol or acetone.

• Brand: Biosynth

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 181.15 g/mol
• Formula: C₈H₇NO₄
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color/Form: Yellow Clear Liquid