Compound Q&A
How is 2-[(3-Methylphenyl)carbamoyl]benzoic acid (CAS: 85-72-3) typically synthesized?
Answer
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2-[(3-Methylphenyl)carbamoyl]benzoic acid is commonly synthesized via a multi-step process involving the reaction of 3-methylbenzoyl chloride with aniline, followed by acylation and derivatization steps. The key reaction involves the formation of an amide bond between the carboxylic acid and the phenyl group, yielding the target compound with good yield and selectivity.
About
CAS No
85-72-3
English Name
2-[(3-Methylphenyl)carbamoyl]benzoic acid
Molecular Formula
C15H13NO3
Molecular Weight
255.27 g/mol
EINECS
201-626-9
SMILES
Cc1cccc(c1)NC(=O)c2ccccc2C(=O)O
InChIKey
AZPJXONNBLOZFE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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