Ethyl 3-chloro-4-methylbenzoate, with the CAS number 99500-36-4, is an organic compound that belongs to the class of benzoate esters. It features a benzoate structure where an ethyl group is esterified to a benzoic acid derivative, specifically with a chlorine atom at the 3-position and a methyl group at the 4-position of the aromatic ring. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic aromatic odor. It is moderately soluble in organic solvents and has limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic aromatic structure. Ethyl 3-chloro-4-methylbenzoate may be used in organic synthesis and as an intermediate in the production of various chemical compounds. Its reactivity is influenced by the presence of the chlorine substituent, which can participate in nucleophilic substitution reactions. Safety precautions should be taken when handling this compound, as it may pose health risks if inhaled or ingested, and appropriate personal protective equipment should be used.

ethyl 3-chloro-4-methylbenzoate

99500-36-4: Ethyl 3-chloro-4-methylbenzoate

CAS 99500-36-4: ethyl 3-chloro-4-methylbenzoate

Benzoic acid, 3-chloro-4-methyl-, ethyl ester

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Ethyl 3-chloro-4-methylbenzoate

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