Compound Q&A
How is 4-(methylsulfonyl) Benzoic Acid (CAS: 4052-30-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
4-(methylsulfonyl) Benzoic Acid can be synthesized through the reaction of benzoic acid with methyl thiocyanate followed by hydrolysis. The process typically involves heating the mixture to promote the reaction, and the yield is around 70-80%. This method requires careful control of temperature and time to achieve high selectivity and yield.
About
CAS No
4052-30-6
English Name
4-(methylsulfonyl) Benzoic Acid
Molecular Formula
C8H8O4S
Molecular Weight
200.22 g/mol
SMILES
CS(=O)(=O)C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=O)O
InChIKey
AJBWNNKDUMXZLM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-07 10:19
