Compound Q&A
How is Methyl 3-(4-methylphenoxy)benzoate (CAS: 78303-09-0) typically synthesized?
Answer
Methyl 3-(4-methylphenoxy)benzoate can be synthesized via esterification of 3-(4-methylphenoxy)benzoic acid with methanol in the presence of a catalytic amount of sulfuric acid. The reaction typically provides a yield of around 85%. The process involves heating the mixture to 60-70°C for several hours, followed by neutralization with a base and subsequent purification through recrystallization.
About
CAS No
78303-09-0
English Name
Methyl 3-(4-methylphenoxy)benzoate
Molecular Formula
C15H14O3
Molecular Weight
242.274 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=CC=C(C=C1)OC2=CC=CC(=C2)C(=O)OC
InChIKey
DPSCCQUGLOXIEJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-01-04 19:14
