Ethyl 4-chloro-2-methylbenzoate

• CAT Number: L031423
• CAS Number: 15393-58-5
• Molecular Formula: C10H11ClO2
• Molecular Weight: 198.64
• Purity: ≥95%
• IUPAC Name: ethyl 4-chloro-2-methylbenzoate
• InChI: InChI=1S/C10H11ClO2/c1-3-13-10(12)9-5-4-8(11)6-7(9)2/h4-6H,3H2,1-2H3
• InChIKey: NLTONRXIPNPAGV-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Ethyl 4-chloro-2-methylbenzoate(CAT: L031423) is an ester compound featuring a benzene ring substituted with a chlorine atom at the 4-position, a methyl group at the 2-position, and an ethyl ester group at the carboxyl position. This compound is commonly used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other fine chemicals. Its structure allows for further functionalization, making it a valuable starting material for creating more complex organic molecules. Due to its reactive ester group, it can participate in various chemical transformations, including hydrolysis and esterification, contributing to its versatility in synthetic chemistry.