Compound Q&A
What industries use (3-Methylphenyl)acetic acid (CAS: 621-36-3)?
Answer
(3-Methylphenyl)acetic acid is primarily used in the pharmaceutical and chemical industries as an intermediate for the synthesis of various drugs and organic compounds. It is also utilized in the polymer industry for the production of certain resins and in the sensor industry for its ability to detect certain chemical species. Additionally, it has applications in the semiconductor industry as a precursor in some manufacturing processes.
About
CAS No
621-36-3
English Name
(3-Methylphenyl)acetic acid
Molecular Formula
C9H10O2
Molecular Weight
150.18 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=CC(=CC=C1)CC(=O)O
InChIKey
GJMPSRSMBJLKKB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-13 09:53
