Compound Q&A
How is 6-Methoxy-2-quinolinecarboxylic acid (CAS: 75433-99-7) typically synthesized?
Answer
6-Methoxy-2-quinolinecarboxylic acid is typically synthesized through a condensation reaction between 2-quinolinecarboxylic acid and methanol in the presence of an acid catalyst such as sulfuric acid. The reaction involves the formation of an ester bond between the carboxylic acid and methanol. The yield is usually around 85-90%, with the product purified by recrystallization from ethanol.
About
CAS No
75433-99-7
English Name
6-Methoxy-2-quinolinecarboxylic acid
Molecular Formula
C11H9NO3
Molecular Weight
203.197 g/mol
SMILES
COC1=CC2=C(C=C1)N=C(C=C2)C(=O)O
InChIKey
YXPYIZUQEDQMPS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-03-01 17:12
