CAS : 55289-06-0
MDL : MFCD02094039
Other name :
3-Methoxy-o-toluic acid2-Methyl-m-anisic acid
Chemical Properties
Formula : C9H10O3
Formula weight : 166.18
Sensitivity : Ambient temperatures.
Solubility : Soluble in methanol. Insoluble in water.
Applications
3-Methoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid is used as a Corey-Bakshi-Shibata oxazaborolidine catalyst for asymmetric reduction and asymmetric synthesis. It is used in the asymmetric reduction of prochiral ketones. Other Application include the enantioselective synthesis of α-hydroxy acids, α-amino acids, C2 symmetrical ferrocenyl diols and propargyl alcohols. It is also used in desymmetrizing reduction leading to (S)-4-hydroxycyclohexenone.
Grade Specifications
GHS Hazard and Precautionary Statements
Hazard Statements : H315-H319-H335Causes skin irritation.Causes serious eye irritation.May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary Statements : P261-P305+P351+P338-P302+P352-P321-P405-P501aAvoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.Specific treatment (see label).Store locked up.Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
Other References :
Beilstein : 510395
Pakage | 10g, 50G |
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brand | Alfa Aesar |