Compound Q&A
How is Methyl 2,4-dihydroxy-6-pentylbenzoate (CAS: 58016-28-7) typically synthesized?
Answer
Methyl 2,4-dihydroxy-6-pentylbenzoate (CAS: 58016-28-7) is typically synthesized by the esterification of 2,4-dihydroxy-6-pentylbenzoic acid with methanol in the presence of a strong acid catalyst like sulfuric acid. The reaction is carried out at room temperature and yields a product with a purity of over 95%.
About
CAS No
58016-28-7
English Name
Methyl 2,4-dihydroxy-6-pentylbenzoate
Molecular Formula
C13H18O4
Molecular Weight
238.28 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCC1=C(C(=CC(=C1)O)O)C(=O)OC
InChIKey
RQGAOBDPFOADCM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-29 13:16
