CAS 23842-82-2: Benzonitrile, 2-amino-5-methoxy-

2-Amino-5-methoxybenzonitrile

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2-Amino-5-methoxybenzonitrile is a liquid that can be used as a catalyst. It is an organic base that has been found to be highly stable in ionic liquids and ionic systems. 2-Amino-5-methoxybenzonitrile is being studied for its catalytic activity, which can be increased by adding a catalyst system. The use of 2-amino-5-methoxybenzonitrile as a catalyst allows for more efficient reactions and higher yields than other catalysts. The chemical properties of this compound make it suitable for use in the synthesis of quinazolinones, which are useful drugs that have shown antihistamine and anticonvulsant activities.