p-Anisic acid, also known as 4-methoxybenzoic acid or draconic acid, is one of the isomers of anisic acid. The term "anisic acid" often refers to this form specifically.
p-Anisic 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.
p-Anisic acid has antiseptic properties. It is also used as an intermediate in the preparation of more complex organic compounds.
It is generally obtained by the oxidation of anethole or p-methoxyacetophenone.
Basic Info
Chemical Name | 4-methoxybenzoic acid |
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Synonyms | BENZOIC ACID,4-METHOXY-;Deltamethrin;4-MeO-benzoic acid;P-METHOXYBENZOICACID;Melting point standard 182-184C; |
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CAS No. | 100-09-4 |
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Molecular Formula | C8H8O3 |
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Molecular Weight | 152.14700 |
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PSA | 46.53000 |
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LogP | 1.39340 |
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