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Atomfair Benzoic acid, 3-methoxy-4-methyl-, methyl ester C10H12O3 CAS 3556-83-0

Methyl 3-methoxy-4-methylbenzoate (CAS No. 3556-83-0) is a high-purity aromatic ester with the molecular formula C10H12O3. This compound is characterized by its methoxy and methyl substituents on the benzoate ring, offering unique reactivity and solubility properties. Ideal for organic synthesis, pharmaceutical research, and material science applications, this reagent is rigorously tested to ensure >98% purity (GC). Available in quantities ranging from grams to kilograms, it is supplied in amber glass vials or sealed containers to maintain stability. Suitable for use as a building block in heterocyclic chemistry, fragrance formulation, and polymer modification.

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Description

Methyl 3-methoxy-4-methylbenzoate (CAS No. 3556-83-0) is a high-purity aromatic ester with the molecular formula C10H12O3. This compound is characterized by its methoxy and methyl substituents on the benzoate ring, offering unique reactivity and solubility properties. Ideal for organic synthesis, pharmaceutical research, and material science applications, this reagent is rigorously tested to ensure >98% purity (GC). Available in quantities ranging from grams to kilograms, it is supplied in amber glass vials or sealed containers to maintain stability. Suitable for use as a building block in heterocyclic chemistry, fragrance formulation, and polymer modification.

Properties

  • CAS Number: 3556-83-0
  • Complexity: 179
  • IUPAC Name: methyl 3-methoxy-4-methyl-benzoate
  • InChI: InChI=1S/C10H12O3/c1-7-4-5-8(10(11)13-3)6-9(7)12-2/h4-6H,1-3H3
  • InChI Key: LLEXCSBUSVRBCA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
  • Exact Mass: 180.078644241
  • Molecular Formula: C10H12O3
  • Molecular Weight: 180.20
  • SMILES: CC1=C(C=C(C=C1)C(=O)OC)OC
  • Topological: 35.5
  • Monoisotopic Mass: 180.078644241
  • Synonyms: Benzoic acid, 3-methoxy-4-methyl-, methyl ester, Methyl 3-methoxy-4-methylbenzoate, 3556-83-0, 3-Methoxy-4-methylbenzoic Acid Methyl Ester, MFCD00082710, Methyl 3-Methoxy-p-toluate, 4-Methyl-m-anisic Acid Methyl Ester, 3-methoxy-4-methyl-benzoic acid methyl ester, Methyl 4-Methyl-m-anisate, SCHEMBL1757167, SCHEMBL3470121, DTXSID30343639, methyl 3-methoxy-4-methyl-benzoate, SBB063349, 3-Methoxy-p-toluic Acid Methyl Ester, AKOS009039656, methyl 4-methyl-3-(methyloxy)benzoate, AB03124, CS-W010754, FM70538, NF-0026, 3-Methoxy-4-methyl-benzoesuremethylester, Methyl 3-methoxy-4-methylbenzoate, 96%, SY021136, M1427, NS00123200, ST45028925, Benzoic acid, 4-methyl-3-methoxy, methyl ester

Application

Methyl 3-methoxy-4-methylbenzoate serves as a versatile intermediate in the synthesis of fine chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). Its aromatic structure makes it valuable for developing fragrances, agrochemicals, and liquid crystal materials. Researchers also utilize it in coupling reactions and as a precursor for ligands in catalytic systems.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

  • H315 (97.6%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
  • H319 (97.6%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
  • H335 (97.6%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]

Precautionary Statements

  • P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P280, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P321, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, and P501

Hazard Classes and Categories

  • Skin Irrit. 2 (97.6%)
  • Eye Irrit. 2 (97.6%)
  • STOT SE 3 (97.6%)

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