3-Methoxybenzoic acid
CAS Number586-38-9
FormulaCH3OC6H4CO2H
Mol. Weight152.15 g/mol
3-Methoxybenzoic acid
What is 3-Methoxybenzoic acid?
3-Methoxybenzoic acid is a chemical compound with CAS number 586-38-9 and molecular formula CH3OC6H4CO2H. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Applications
3-Methoxybenzoic acid was used in the synthesis and characterization of 3-methoxybenzoates of europium (III) and gadolinium (III)1. It was used in conversion of aromatic carboxylic acids into methyl esters and reduction to the corresponding primary alcohols using a sodium borohydride-THF-methanol system2.
Specifications
Linear Formula
CH3OC6H4CO2H
Molecular Weight
152.15 g/mol
Grade
ReagentPlus®
Assay/Purity
98%
Boiling Point
170-172 °C/10 mmHg(lit.)
Safety Information
GHS07Signal Word
Warning
Hazard Statements
H302
Melting Point
105-107 °C(lit.)
EC Number
209-574-9
WGK Germany
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