Description

Benzoic Acid, 3-(Carboxymethoxy)- is a versatile carboxylic acid derivative, primarily serving as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a benzoic acid core and a carboxymethoxy side chain, makes it valuable for constructing more complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring specific carboxylic acid functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce specific chemical properties into polymers.
• Ligand & Chelating Agent Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal ion sequestration.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: Useful in biochemical research for creating conjugates and cleavable linkers due to its reactive carboxyl groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 3-(Carboxymethoxy)-
CAS No.	1878-61-1
Molecular Formula	C9H8O5
Molecular Weight	196.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Carboxymethoxy)benzoic acid; (3-Carboxymethoxy)benzoic acid; 3-Carboxymethoxybenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, m-(carboxymethoxy)-; 3-Methoxycarbonylmethoxybenzoic acid; m-Carboxymethoxybenzoic acid; NSC 403107; 2-[(3-Carboxyphenoxy)acetic acid]
EINECS	217-520-4

Quality Control

Our Benzoic Acid, 3-(Carboxymethoxy)- is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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