Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Methyl 3-iodo-4-methylbenzoate (CAS: 90347-66-3)?
Answer
Methyl 3-iodo-4-methylbenzoate (CAS: 90347-66-3) is a solid compound with a crystalline form. It has a molecular weight of approximately 291.98 g/mol. The compound is slightly soluble in water but more soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and acetone. It is less reactive than its parent compound, 3-methyl-4-methylbenzoic acid, due to the presence of the iodine substituent.
About
CAS No
90347-66-3
English Name
Methyl 3-iodo-4-methylbenzoate
Molecular Formula
C9H9IO2
Molecular Weight
276.07 g/mol
SMILES
COC(=O)c1ccc(C)c(I)c1
InChIKey
NKMHAOTZPFVSPC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-13 09:53
