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3-Methoxybenzoyl chloride, 99%
Description
3-Methoxybenzoyl chloride is used in the synthesis of 2-arylbenzofuran-based molecules that act against Alzheimer’s disease, combating symptoms. In addition, it aids in the optimization of dihydropyrrolopyrimidine inhibitors against PI3K (phosphoinositide 3-kinase) resulting in tumor growth inhibition.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Soluble in chloroform. Reacts with water.
Notes
Moisture Sensitive. Store under dry inert gas. Store away from moisture, strong bases and oxidizing agents. Protect from humidity and water.

Specifications
Specifications
Density | 1.214 |
Boiling Point | 123°C to 125°C (15 mmHg) |
Flash Point | 92°C (197°F) |
Refractive Index | 1.5586 |
Quantity | 10 g |
UN Number | UN1729 |
Beilstein | 386659 |
Sensitivity | Moisture sensitive |
Solubility Information | Soluble in chloroform. Reacts with water. |
Formula Weight | 170.6 |
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Safety and Handling
Hazard Category | H227-H314-H335 |
Hazard Statement | GHS H Statement H314-H318-H227 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Causes serious eye damage. Combustible liquid. |
Precautionary Statement | P210-P235-P260-P264b-P271-P280-P301+P330+P331-P303+P361+P353-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P310-P363-P370+P378q-P501c |
DOTInformation | Transport Hazard Class: 8; Packing Group: II; Proper Shipping Name: ANISOYL CHLORIDE |
EINECSNumber | 216-975-2 |
TSCA | No |
Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures |
RUO – Research Use Only
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