Chemical Name: | Benzoic acid, 5-chloro-2-methoxy-4-(methylamino)- |
CAS Number: | 61694-98-2 |
Product Number: | AG00EEUI(AGN-PC-00E9ZO) |
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Molecular Formula: | C9H10ClNO3 |
Molecular Weight: | 215.6336 |
5-Chloro-2-methoxy-4-(methylamino)benzoic acid, also known by its chemical formula C9H10ClNO3, serves as a versatile building block in chemical synthesis applications. This compound is commonly utilized as a key intermediate in the pharmaceutical industry for the synthesis of various important drug molecules. With its unique structure combining a chloro group, a methoxy group, and a methylamino group on a benzoic acid backbone, this compound offers diverse reactivity and functional group compatibility in organic synthesis. Its presence allows for the introduction of specific functionalities in target molecules, enhancing their biological activity and pharmacological profiles. Furthermore, the strategic placement of the chloro and methoxy groups enables precise manipulation of the compound's properties, making it a valuable tool in medicinal chemistry research and drug development.