Compound Q&A
What is 4-Methoxybenzoic Acid (CAS: 100-09-4)?
Answer
4-Methoxybenzoic Acid (CAS: 100-09-4) is an aromatic carboxylic acid with a methoxy group at the para position of the benzene ring. Its chemical formula is C8H8O3, and it appears as a white crystalline solid. It is slightly soluble in water but soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. The compound exhibits moderate solubility and is commonly used in organic synthesis due to its functional groups.
About
CAS No
100-09-4
English Name
4-Methoxybenzoic Acid
Molecular Formula
C8H8O3
Molecular Weight
152.14899999999997 g/mol
SMILES
COc1ccc(cc1)C(=O)O
InChIKey
ZEYHEAKUIGZSGI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
