CAS 100-09-4 Pharmaceutical Intermediates P-Anisic Acid Draconic Acid

p-Anisic AcidDescription

4-methoxybenzoic acid, also known as p-Anisic acid or draconic acid, is one of the isomers of anisic acid. The term "anisic acid" often refers to this form specifically. 4-methoxybenzoic acid is found naturally in anise. It is a white crystalline solid which is insoluble in water, highly soluble in alcohols and soluble in ether, and ethyl acetate. It is used as an intermediate for eggplant and can also be used in spices and preservatives.

p-Anisic Acid/4-methoxybenzoic acidSpecifications

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Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical State: Powder

Appearance: white - very slightly beige

Odor: Not available.

pH: Not available.

Vapor Pressure: Not available.

Viscosity: Not available.

Boiling Point: 275 deg C @ 760.00mm Hg

Freezing/Melting Point: 181.00 - 186.00 deg C

Autoignition Temperature: > 250 deg C (> 482.00 deg F)

Flash Point: 185 deg C ( 365.00 deg F)

Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.

Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.

Decomposition Temperature: Not available.

Solubility in water: 0.3 g/l (20 deg C)

Specific Gravity/Density: Not available.

Molecular Formula: C₈H₈O₃

Molecular Weight: 152.15

Handling and Storage

Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.

Storage: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances with temperature below 40 deg C. Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a tightly closed container.

p-Anisic Acid/4-methoxybenzoic acidApplication

1. used in oxidation and reduction of cytochrome c in solution through different self-assembled monolayers on gold electrodes using cyclic voltammetry.
2. used as an intermediate in the preparation of more complex organic compounds.
3. used to producing 3-Amino-4-methoxybenzoic acid and 4-methoxybenzoyl chloride etc.;
4. also used as fine chemical raw material to produce aromatics, cosmetics etc,
5. can also take part in many organic syntheses.

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