CAS 1711-05-3: 3-Methoxybenzoyl chloride

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3-Methoxybenzoyl chloride

3-Methoxybenzoyl chloride is an amide that has been shown to be a potent and selective inhibitor of bacterial growth. It has been shown to inhibit the growth of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, including methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), Klebsiella pneumoniae, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Escherichia coli. The antibiotic inhibits the synthesis of proteins by binding to ribosomes. 3-Methoxybenzoyl chloride also inhibits protein synthesis in human erythrocytes. This drug has been used in clinical trials for the treatment of infections caused by MRSA as well as other bacteria.

3-Methoxybenzoyl chloride is used in the synthesis of 2-arylbenzofuran-based molecules that act against Alzheimer’s disease, combating symptoms. In addition, it aids in the optimization of dihydropyrrolopyrimidine inhibitors against PI3K (phosphoinositide 3-kinase) resulting in tumor growth inhibition. This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.