Introduction to p-methoxybenzoic acid CAS 100-09-4 :

Methoxybenzoic acid, also known as p-anisic acid, 4-anisic acid, and anisic acid, is a white crystalline powder at room temperature, soluble in ethanol, ether, and chloroform, slightly soluble in hot water, but difficult to dissolve in cold water. Used as a pharmaceutical intermediate for the synthesis of 3-amino-4-methoxybenzoic acid and the production of p-methoxybenzoyl chloride; It is also used as a fine chemical raw material in the production of spices, cosmetics, and participates in various organic synthesis.

CAS #: CAS 100-09-4

EC #: 202-818-5

Nickname: p-Anisic acid; para-anisic acid; 4-methoxybenzoate; Methoxybenzoic acid; P-methoxybenzoic acid; 4-Methoxybenzoic Acid

Molecular formula: C8H8O3

Characters

Appearance white crystalline powder

Density 1.385g/cm3

Vapor pressure/

Melting point 183-186 º C

Boiling point 275~280 ° C

Flash point/

Spontaneous ignition point/

Solubility in alcohol, ether, chloroform, and ethyl acetate, slightly soluble in hot water, with a solubility of 0.3 g/L in water at 20 ℃.

Specification

Purity:  99.0%min.

Water: 0.1%max

Product Application

As a fine chemical raw material, p-methoxybenzoic acid is used as an intermediate for the preparation of more complex organic compounds and can also participate in many organic synthesis.

1. As a cosmetic raw material: p-methoxybenzoic acid is a part of the cresol class anti-corrosion compound, which has anti-corrosion functions and is mainly used as a cosmetic additive.

2. As a spice intermediate: used as a fine chemical raw material for the preparation of spices.

3. As a pharmaceutical intermediate: used as a pharmaceutical intermediate for drugs such as aniracetam, tyrosinase inhibitors, and ketamine.

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