Methyl 3,5-dimethoxybenzoate

CAS NO.：2150-37-0
Empirical Formula: C10H12O4
Molecular Weight: 196.2
MDL number: MFCD00008432
EINECS: 218-423-6
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2024-10-29 11:48:30

What is Methyl 3,5-dimethoxybenzoate?

Chemical properties

white to beige powder or granules

The Uses of Methyl 3,5-dimethoxybenzoate

Methyl 3,5-dimethoxybenzoate was used as starting reagent in the synthesis of 5,7-dimethoxy-4-methylphthalide, a key intermediate in the synthesis of mycophenolic acid and its analogues.

General Description

Bromination of methyl 3,5-dimethoxybenzoate has been investigated.

Properties of Methyl 3,5-dimethoxybenzoate

Melting point:	42-43 °C (lit.)
Boiling point:	298 °C (lit.)
Density	1.2166 (rough estimate)
refractive index	1.5430 (estimate)
Flash point:	>230 °F
storage temp.	Sealed in dry,Room Temperature
solubility	almost transparency in Methanol
form	powder to lump to clear liquid
color	White or Colorless to Light yellow
BRN	2693126
InChI	InChI=1S/C10H12O4/c1-12-8-4-7(10(11)14-3)5-9(6-8)13-2/h4-6H,1-3H3
CAS DataBase Reference	2150-37-0(CAS DataBase Reference)
NIST Chemistry Reference	Benzoic acid, 3,5-dimethoxy-, methyl ester(2150-37-0)

Safety information for Methyl 3,5-dimethoxybenzoate

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements	H302:Acute toxicity,oral H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H332:Acute toxicity,inhalation H335:Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure;Respiratory tract irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes	P261:Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.