Compound Q&A
How is Methyl 4-acetamido-2-methoxybenzoate (CAS: 4093-29-2) typically synthesized?
Answer
Methyl 4-acetamido-2-methoxybenzoate is typically synthesized by esterification of 4-acetamido-2-methoxybenzoic acid with methanol in the presence of an acid catalyst such as sulfuric acid. The reaction yields a high purity product with good selectivity and yield. The process involves heating the reaction mixture under reflux conditions for several hours.
About
CAS No
4093-29-2
English Name
Methyl 4-acetamido-2-methoxybenzoate
Molecular Formula
C11H13NO4
Molecular Weight
223.23 g/mol
SMILES
CC(=O)NC1=CC(=C(C=C1)C(=O)OC)OC
InChIKey
OERVVBDWGVOBIS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-07 10:19
