Compound Q&A
How is Methyl 4'-methyl-2-biphenylcarboxylate (CAS: 114772-34-8) typically synthesized?
Answer
Methyl 4'-methyl-2-biphenylcarboxylate (CAS: 114772-34-8) is typically synthesized through the reaction of 4'-methyl-2-biphenylcarboxylic acid with methanol in the presence of a catalytic amount of sulfuric acid. The process involves esterification, where the carboxylic acid group reacts with methanol to form the methyl ester. The reaction is carried out at room temperature, and the product is isolated by recrystallization from a suitable solvent. This method provides good yield and selectivity.
About
CAS No
114772-34-8
English Name
Methyl 4'-methyl-2-biphenylcarboxylate
Molecular Formula
C15H14O2
Molecular Weight
226.27 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=CC=C(C=C1)C2=CC=CC=C2C(=O)OC
InChIKey
IHNIAWHITVGYJJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-16 13:49
