Compound Q&A
How is methyl 2-amino-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoate (CAS: 64321-95-5) typically synthesized?
Answer
Methyl 2-amino-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoate (CAS: 64321-95-5) is synthesized through the reaction of 2-amino-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid with methyl alcohol in the presence of an acid catalyst. The reaction is typically carried out at room temperature, leading to good yield and selectivity. Care must be taken to handle the acid catalyst and the resulting product safely.
About
CAS No
64321-95-5
English Name
Methyl 2-amino-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoate
Molecular Formula
C9H8F3NO2
Molecular Weight
219.16 g/mol
SMILES
COC(=O)C1=C(C(=CC=C1)C(F)(F)F)N
InChIKey
COTQUWGKILPGMY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-11-07 15:33
