Atomfair Acetic acid, (3-methylphenoxy)- C9H10O3

Description Acetic acid, (3-methylphenoxy)- (CAS No. 1643-15-8), also known as 2-(3-methylphenoxy)acetic acid, is a high-purity organic compound with the molecular formula C9H10O3. This fine chemical is characterized by its aromatic phenoxyacetic acid structure, making it a valuable intermediate in synthetic organic chemistry and pharmaceutical research. With a molecular weight of 166.18 g/mol, it is typically supplied as a white to off-white crystalline powder with >98% purity (HPLC). Suitable for use in controlled laboratory environments, this compound is ideal for researchers developing novel agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, or specialty chemicals. Store in a cool, dry place away from strong oxidizing agents.

Description

Description

Acetic acid, (3-methylphenoxy)- (CAS No. 1643-15-8), also known as 2-(3-methylphenoxy)acetic acid, is a high-purity organic compound with the molecular formula C9H10O3. This fine chemical is characterized by its aromatic phenoxyacetic acid structure, making it a valuable intermediate in synthetic organic chemistry and pharmaceutical research. With a molecular weight of 166.18 g/mol, it is typically supplied as a white to off-white crystalline powder with >98% purity (HPLC). Suitable for use in controlled laboratory environments, this compound is ideal for researchers developing novel agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, or specialty chemicals. Store in a cool, dry place away from strong oxidizing agents.

  • CAS No: 1643-15-8
  • Molecular Formula: C9H10O3
  • Molecular Weight: 166.17
  • Exact Mass: 166.062994177
  • Monoisotopic Mass: 166.062994177
  • IUPAC Name: 2-(3-methylphenoxy)acetic acid
  • SMILES: CC1=CC(=CC=C1)OCC(=O)O
  • Synonyms: (3-Methylphenoxy)acetic acid, m-Methylphenoxyacetic acid, Acetic acid, (3-methylphenoxy)-, Acetic acid, (m-tolyloxy)-, EINECS 216-698-7

Application

2-(3-Methylphenoxy)acetic acid serves as a key building block in the synthesis of herbicides and plant growth regulators due to its structural similarity to auxin-type compounds. Researchers utilize this compound in developing novel pharmaceutical intermediates, particularly for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) analogs. The methylphenoxy moiety makes it valuable for studying structure-activity relationships in medicinal chemistry programs.

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