Methyl 2-(chloromethyl)-6-methoxybenzoate CAS 91127-30-9

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.91127-30-9
Molecular FormulaC10H11ClO3
Molecular Weight214.65 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

Methyl 2-(chloromethyl)-6-methoxybenzoate CAS 91127-30-9 chemical structure

Description

Compared with other compounds in its class, the molecular weight of 214.65 g/mol gives Methyl 2-(chloromethyl)-6-methoxybenzoate distinctive chromatographic separation conditions and mass-spectrometry parameter settings.

Methyl 2-(chloromethyl)-6-methoxybenzoate (CAS 91127-30-9), molecular formula C10H11ClO3 and molecular weight 214.65 g/mol, is a CATO reference standard with documented purity and traceability.

Structurally, Methyl 2-(chloromethyl)-6-methoxybenzoate (C10H11ClO3) contains a carboxylic acid group, a hydroxyl group, an ether linkage, chlorine substitution, an aromatic ring system. The molecule exhibits a degree of unsaturation (DBE) of 5.0, corresponding to approximately 5 ring(s) or double-bond equivalent(s). With a molecular weight of 214.65 g/mol, it falls into the medium-molecular-weight range. Halogen substitution (F/Cl/Br/I) produces a distinctive isotope pattern in mass spectrometry, a valuable aid for qualitative confirmation.

Recommended for analytical method development and validation; each product is supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA) ensuring ISO 17034 metrological traceability.

CATO manufactures Methyl 2-(chloromethyl)-6-methoxybenzoate under ISO 17034:2016 accreditation with dual CNAS and ANAB accreditation. Each batch is characterized by orthogonal methods and supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA), ensuring metrological traceability.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC10H11ClO3
Molecular Weight214.65 g/mol
AppearanceOff-white to pale yellow crystalline powder. (slight halide-like odor)
Purity97%+
StorageStore in a cool place (≤25°C), keep sealed and dry, keep tightly closed to prevent evaporation
Solubility (reference)Soluble in methanol, ethanol, DMSO
StabilityMay oxidize slowly on prolonged air exposure; Hygroscopic; reseal immediately after opening; Contains ester bond; hydrolyzes under strong alkaline conditions
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)5.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
Structural FeaturesAromatic ring present
CAS Registry Year (est.)1983
Halogen ContentCl-containing

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