Synthesis of 2-propoxy-5-methylbenzoic acid

Authors:
  • GBGerhard M. Brauer
    Gerhard M. Brauer
  • LSLester Simon
    Lester Simon
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Abstract
2-Propoxy-5-methylbenzoic acid has been synthesized by two routes from p-cresotinic acid. Synthesis of the ethyl ester of p-cresotinic acid, propylation to the ether, and subsequent hydrolysis of the ester proved to be the preferred route.