Methyl 3-iodo-4-methylbenzoate is commonly used in organic synthesis as a building block for various pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It can be prepared by reacting 3-iodo-4-methylbenzoic acid with methanol in the presence of a catalyst. Methyl 3-iodo-4-methylbenzoate is a white crystalline solid that is sparingly soluble in water but soluble in organic solvents.
English name: METHYL3-IODO-4-METHYLBENZOATE
English alias: 3-IODO-4-METHYLBENZOICACIDMETHYLESTER;
METHYL3-IODO-4-METHYLBENZOATE;
2-Iodo-4-(methoxycarbonyl)toluene,Methyl3-iodo-p-toluate;
Methyl3-Iodo-4-methylbenzoate;
Benzoicacid,3-iodo-4-methyl-,methylester;
3-Iodo-p-toluicAcidMethylEster
CAS NO. 90347-66-3
Molecular formula: C9H9IO2
Molecular weight: 276.07
Boiling point: 302.9±30.0°C(Predicted)
Density: 1.666±0.06g/cm3(Predicted)
Refractive index: 1.5975
Appearance and properties: White or Colorless toYellow powder (to lump to clear liqui…