5-Nitro-3-methylbenzoic acid is an aromatic carboxylic acid characterized by the presence of both a nitro group and a methyl group on the benzene ring. The nitro group is located at the 5-position, while the methyl group is at the 3-position relative to the carboxylic acid functional group. This compound typically appears as a crystalline solid and is soluble in organic solvents, with limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic aromatic structure. It exhibits acidic properties, allowing it to donate protons in solution. The presence of the nitro group contributes to its electron-withdrawing characteristics, which can influence its reactivity and stability. 5-Nitro-3-methylbenzoic acid is often used in organic synthesis and may serve as an intermediate in the production of dyes, pharmaceuticals, or agrochemicals. Safety precautions should be taken when handling this compound, as nitro compounds can be hazardous and may pose environmental risks.

5-Nitro-3-Methyl benzoic acid

113882-33-0: 3-Methyl-5-Nitrobenzoic Acid, Benzoic acid, 3-methyl-5-nitro-

Benzoic acid, 3-methyl-5-nitro-

3-Methyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid

3-Methyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid is a carbanion that can be activated by sodium hypochlorite. It has oxidant properties and can be used as an alicyclic or unactivated ketone to form heteroaromatic compounds. 3-Methyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid is also a resonance stabilizer, which prevents the formation of reactive free radicals. This compound is also able to halogenate aromatic rings, including benzene rings, and can activate benzenoid compounds with electron withdrawing groups like nitro groups. 3-Methyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid is also a carboxylic acid that reacts with heteroaromatic compounds to form carboxylates.

CAS 113882-33-0: 5-Nitro-3-Methyl benzoic acid

Benzoic acid, 3-methyl-5-nitro-

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3-Methyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid

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3-Methyl-5-nitrobenzoic acid

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5-Nitro-3-methylbenzoic acid

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