Description

2-(4-Methoxy-Benzoyl)-Benzoic Acid is a high-purity organic intermediate characterized by its distinct benzophenone-carboxylic acid structure. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, offering reliable reactivity and purity for demanding chemical processes. It is needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors for research, development, and production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with benzophenone or biphenyl frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Production: Serves as a building block for organic electronic materials due to its rigid, conjugated structure.
• Photoinitiator & UV Absorber Development: Utilized in the creation of specialty chemicals for polymer curing and light-stabilization applications.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing complex organic colorants.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in constructing novel aromatic and heterocyclic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Methoxy-Benzoyl)-Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	1151-15-1
Molecular Formula	C15H12O4
Molecular Weight	256.25 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methoxybenzophenone-2-carboxylic Acid; 2-(p-Methoxybenzoyl)benzoic Acid; 2-(4-Methoxybenzoyl)benzoic Acid; 2-Carboxy-4'-methoxybenzophenone; o-(4-Methoxybenzoyl)benzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2-(4-methoxybenzoyl)-; MBBA (in specific contexts); 4'-Methoxy-2-benzoylbenzoic Acid
EINECS	214-552-8

Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Methoxy-Benzoyl)-Benzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	158°C - 162°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.