Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of 2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid (CAS: 1975-52-6)?
Answer
2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid is primarily used as an intermediate in the pharmaceutical industry for synthesizing various drugs. It is also used in the chemical industry for producing dyes and other organic compounds. Its applications include the preparation of pesticides, herbicides, and other agricultural chemicals.
About
CAS No
1975-52-6
English Name
2-Methyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid
Molecular Formula
C8H7NO4
Molecular Weight
181.15 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=C(C=C(C=C1)[N+](=O)[O-])C(=O)O
InChIKey
DJRFJAVPROZZFL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-04 23:41
