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 perfumes. 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 its properties, toluic acid is a white crystalline solid that is soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and ether. It has a characteristic odor and a melting point that varies depending on the isomeric form.
Please note that when handling toluic acid or any chemicals, it is important to follow proper safety precautions and guidelines to ensure personal safety and prevent any adverse effects.
Related Item Names for INC 25568 Toluic Acid
NATO Stock Numbers with Item Name 25568 Toluic Acid Page 1 of 1
- 218704675
- 30464
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