Compound Q&A
How is Methyl 2-methyl-5-nitrobenzoate (CAS: 77324-87-9) typically synthesized?
Answer
Methyl 2-methyl-5-nitrobenzoate is typically synthesized via nitration of 2-methylbenzoic acid. The process involves the reaction of 2-methylbenzoic acid with nitric acid (HNO3) in the presence of sulfuric acid (H2SO4) as a catalyst. The nitration yields the desired product with good selectivity and moderate to high yield depending on the reaction conditions.
About
CAS No
77324-87-9
English Name
Methyl 2-methyl-5-nitrobenzoate
Molecular Formula
C9H9NO4
Molecular Weight
195.17 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=C(C=C(C=C1)[N+](=O)[O-])C(=O)OC
InChIKey
TVGKPVDDCDQBRC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-19 21:14
