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o-Tolylacetic acid (CAS 644-36-0)

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Alternate Names:
2-Methylphenylacetic acid
CAS Number:
644-36-0
Molecular Weight:
150.17
Molecular Formula:
C9H10O2
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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o-Tolylacetic acid is a compound that functions as a precursor in the synthesis of agrochemicals. It acts as a building block in the production of various organic compounds, contributing to the development of new chemical entities. The mechanism of action of o-Tolylacetic acid involves its involvement in chemical reactions, leading to the formation of complex molecular structures. It participates in pathways, enabling the creation of diverse chemical derivatives with potential applications in development. Through its reactivity and ability to undergo specific transformations, o-Tolylacetic acid plays a role in the modification and functionalization of organic molecules, contributing to the advancement of chemical synthesis methodologies. Its involvement in the formation of novel compounds highlights its significance in the exploration of new chemical entities and the expansion of chemical diversity.


o-Tolylacetic acid (CAS 644-36-0) References

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  2. Ligand-accelerated C-H activation reactions: evidence for a switch of mechanism.  |  Engle, KM., et al. 2010. J Am Chem Soc. 132: 14137-51. PMID: 20853838
  3. Chemoselective Decarboxylative Oxygenation of Carboxylic Acids To Access Ketones, Aldehydes, and Peroxides.  |  Guan, R., et al. 2023. Org Lett. 25: 2482-2486. PMID: 37013983

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o-Tolylacetic acid, 5 g

sc-236219
5 g
$20.00