Methyl 4-acetoxy-2-methylbenzofuran-6-carboxylate

4-乙酰氧基-2-甲基-6-苯并呋喃甲酸甲酯

Also known as: 4-(Acetyloxy)-2-methyl-6-benzofurancarboxylic acid methyl ester, 6-Benzofurancarboxylic acid, 4-(acetyloxy)-2-methyl-, methyl ester, methyl 4-acetyloxy-2-methyl-1-benzofuran-6-carboxylate, 4-acetoxy-2-methyl-benzofuran-6-carboxylic acid methyl ester, 2-methyl-4-acetoxy-6-methoxycarbonylbenzofuran

Methyl 4-acetoxy-2-methylbenzofuran-6-carboxylate (CAS 37978-61-3) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C13H12O5 and a molecular weight of 248.23100 g/mol. It is also known as 4-(Acetyloxy)-2-methyl-6-benzofurancarboxylic acid methyl ester, 6-Benzofurancarboxylic acid, 4-(acetyloxy)-2-methyl-, methyl ester and methyl 4-acetyloxy-2-methyl-1-benzofuran-6-carboxylate. Key properties include a boiling point of 373.171ºC at 760 mmHg and a density of 1.252. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
37978-61-3
Jingsj CID
J-1104912-8
Molecular Formula
C13H12O5
Chinese Name
4-乙酰氧基-2-甲基-6-苯并呋喃甲酸甲酯
Molecular Weight
248.23100 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point373.171ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.252

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl 4-acetoxy-2-methylbenzofuran-6-carboxylate?

The CAS number of Methyl 4-acetoxy-2-methylbenzofuran-6-carboxylate is 37978-61-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 4-acetoxy-2-methylbenzofuran-6-carboxylate?

Methyl 4-acetoxy-2-methylbenzofuran-6-carboxylate has molecular formula C13H12O5 and molecular weight 248.23100 g/mol.

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