Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 4-Bromo-2,6-dimethylbenzoic acid (CAS: 74346-19-3)?
Answer
4-Bromo-2,6-dimethylbenzoic acid is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 240.03 g/mol. It has a low water solubility and is slightly soluble in common organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. The compound is known for its reactivity, particularly towards nucleophilic aromatic substitution and esterification reactions.
About
CAS No
74346-19-3
English Name
4-Bromo-2,6-dimethylbenzoic acid
Molecular Formula
C9H9BrO2
Molecular Weight
229.073 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=CC(=CC(=C1C(=O)O)C)Br
InChIKey
DJZAABLAECNINV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-23 07:31
