Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Methyl 5-iodo-2-methylbenzoate (CAS: 103440-54-6)?
Answer
Methyl 5-iodo-2-methylbenzoate is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 299.96 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water but is more soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. The compound exhibits limited reactivity under normal conditions but can undergo substitution reactions, particularly in the presence of strong bases or nucleophiles.
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CAS No
103440-54-6
English Name
Methyl 5-iodo-2-methylbenzoate
Molecular Formula
C9H9IO2
Molecular Weight
276.07300000000004 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=C(C=C(C=C1)I)C(=O)OC
InChIKey
BXVIKPGEGLOGLU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-28 10:54
