Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 2-Methoxybenzoic acid (CAS: 529-75-9)?
Answer
2-Methoxybenzoic acid (CAS: 529-75-9) is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 158.15 g/mol. It has a pKa of around 3.7, making it a weak acid. The compound is slightly soluble in water but more soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. It exhibits typical carboxylic acid reactivity, including esterification and neutralization reactions.
About
CAS No
529-75-9
English Name
2-Methoxybenzoic acid
Molecular Formula
C8H8O3
Molecular Weight
152.15 g/mol
SMILES
COC1=CC=CC=C1C(=O)O
InChIKey
ILUJQPXNXACGAN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-09 19:18
