Compound Q&A
How is 4-(2-Methoxy-2-oxoethyl)benzoic acid (CAS: 87524-66-1) typically synthesized?
Answer
4-(2-Methoxy-2-oxoethyl)benzoic acid can be synthesized by esterification of 2-methoxyacetic acid with benzoic anhydride. The reaction typically involves heating the mixture under reflux conditions in the presence of a catalyst like sulfuric acid. The yield is usually around 75-85% with good selectivity.
About
CAS No
87524-66-1
English Name
4-(2-Methoxy-2-oxoethyl)benzoic acid
Molecular Formula
C10H10O4
Molecular Weight
194.186 g/mol
SMILES
COC(=O)Cc1ccc(cc1)C(=O)O
InChIKey
LUFHLJPQDOKZKU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-25 04:58
