Compound Q&A
How is 4-Amino-3-methyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid (CAS: 37901-94-3) typically synthesized?
Answer
4-Amino-3-methyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid is typically synthesized via nitration of 4-amino-3-methylbenzoic acid followed by acetylation. Common methods include the use of nitric acid in the presence of sulfuric acid as a catalyst. The yield is around 85%, and the reaction is highly selective due to the presence of substituents.
About
CAS No
37901-94-3
English Name
4-Amino-3-methyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid
Molecular Formula
C8H8N2O4
Molecular Weight
196.16 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=CC(=CC(=C1N)[N+](=O)[O-])C(=O)O
InChIKey
QTGYCJNEAUXQNV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-03-04 21:35
