3-Methoxy-4-nitrobenzoic acid methyl ester

CAS: 5081-37-8

Ref. 3D-FM66884

Product Information

• Name: 3-Methoxy-4-nitrobenzoic acid methyl ester
• Synonyms: Methyl3-methoxy-4-nitrobenzoate
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: 3-Methoxy-4-nitrobenzoic acid methyl ester is a dianellidin, a type of natural product. It is an ionizing acid that catalyzes the reaction between carboxylic acids and hydroxyl compounds. This compound is used to produce some drugs, such as methyldopate, which is an antiarrhythmic drug that slows heart rate. The catalytic rate of 3-methoxy-4-nitrobenzoic acid methyl ester can be increased by buffers and solvents (e.g., methanol). These compounds increase the concentration of the reactants in solution and reduce the activation energy required for the reaction to take place. Uncatalyzed reactions are slow because there are no molecules to act as intermediates in the process.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 211.17 g/mol
• Formula: C₉H₉NO₅
• Purity: 95%Nmr
• Color/Form: Powder