Compound Q&A
How is N,N,N-Trimethylmethanaminium 2-carboxybenzoate (CAS: 79723-02-7) typically synthesized?
Answer
N,N,N-Trimethylmethanaminium 2-carboxybenzoate is typically synthesized by the reaction of 2-carboxybenzoic acid with trimethylamine under mild acidic conditions. The process involves the formation of an intermediate salt which is then treated with methanesulfonic acid to form the final product. The yield is usually around 80%, and the reaction is highly selective.
About
CAS No
79723-02-7
English Name
N,N,N-Trimethylmethanaminium 2-carboxybenzoate
Molecular Formula
C12H17NO4
Molecular Weight
239.27 g/mol
SMILES
C[N+](C)(C)C.C1=CC=C(C(=C1)C(=O)O)C(=O)[O-]
InChIKey
KQTFRASJMFIJPC-UHFFFAOYSA-M
Last Updated: 2026-03-20 06:42
