Compound Q&A
How is Methyl 5-ethoxy-2-pyridinecarboxylate (CAS: 941306-58-7) typically synthesized?
Answer
Methyl 5-ethoxy-2-pyridinecarboxylate (CAS: 941306-58-7) is typically synthesized by the esterification of 5-ethoxy-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid with methanol using an acid catalyst such as sulfuric acid. The reaction proceeds through an esterification pathway with a yield of around 90%. This method ensures good selectivity and high purity of the final product.
About
CAS No
941306-58-7
English Name
Methyl 5-ethoxy-2-pyridinecarboxylate
Molecular Formula
C9H11NO3
Molecular Weight
181.19099999999997 g/mol
SMILES
CCOC1=CN=C(C=C1)C(=O)OC
InChIKey
XTKIKIRJBDIXAT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-04-01 14:15
