Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 5-Methylisophthalic acid (CAS: 499-49-0)?
Answer
5-Methylisophthalic acid (CAS: 499-49-0) is a white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 166.13 g/mol. It is slightly soluble in water, with a solubility of about 0.5 g/L at 25°C. This compound exhibits moderate reactivity, particularly in esterification reactions. It is used in the synthesis of polymers and pharmaceuticals.
About
CAS No
499-49-0
English Name
5-Methylisophthalic acid
Molecular Formula
C9H8O4
Molecular Weight
180.16 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=CC(=CC(=C1)C(=O)O)C(=O)O
InChIKey
PMZBHPUNQNKBOA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-22 19:21
