Description

n-Methoxyphthalimide is a versatile and high-purity organic building block and intermediate of significant importance in advanced synthetic chemistry. Its value lies in its role as a key precursor for the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research and development. This compound is essential for chemical manufacturers and R&D laboratories focused on creating novel active ingredients, fine chemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds containing phthalimide or methoxy-substituted aromatic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a protected amine equivalent or a versatile electrophile in multi-step organic reactions, including nucleophilic substitutions and cyclizations.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, dyes, and photoactive materials where its specific aromatic structure imparts desired properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate or intermediate in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Methoxyphthalimide
CAS No.	1914-20-1
Molecular Formula	C9H7NO3
Molecular Weight	177.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methoxyphthalimide; N-Methoxyphthalimide; 1-Methoxy-1H-isoindole-1,3(2H)-dione; Methoxyphthalimide; Phthalimide, N-methoxy-; 2-Methoxyisoindoline-1,3-dione
EINECS	217-623-1

Quality Control

Our n-Methoxyphthalimide is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for demanding synthetic applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to meet the rigorous standards required by research and industrial-scale chemical synthesis.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	118 - 122 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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