Additional Information for Toluic Acid
Toluic acid is a type of aromatic carboxylic acid. It is derived from toluene, which is a common solvent and starting material in the production of various chemicals. Toluic acid exists in three isomeric forms: ortho-toluic acid, meta-toluic acid, and para-toluic acid.
Ortho-toluic acid (ortho-isomer) has the methyl group (-CH3) attached to the benzene ring in the ortho position, which is adjacent to the carboxylic acid group (-COOH). Meta-toluic acid (meta-isomer) has the methyl group attached to the benzene ring in the meta position, while para-toluic acid (para-isomer) has the methyl group attached to the benzene ring in the para position.
Toluic acid is primarily used as an intermediate in the production of various chemicals, including pharmaceuticals, dyes, and fragrances. It can also be used as a precursor for the synthesis of other compounds, such as toluene diisocyanate (TDI), which is used in the production of polyurethane foams.
In terms of physical properties, toluic acid is a white crystalline solid with a characteristic odor. It is soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and ether, but only slightly soluble in water.
Please note that when handling toluic acid or any chemicals, it is important to follow proper safety precautions and guidelines.
Related Item Names for INC 25567 Toluic Acid
NATO Stock Numbers with Item Name 25567 Toluic Acid Page 1 of 1
- 30465
- RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 1 | DAC: 6