Description

(2,4,6-Trimethyl-Phenoxy)-Acetic Acid is a versatile organic acid derivative characterized by its substituted phenoxyacetic acid structure. This compound is valued as a key synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, offering a unique sterically hindered phenolic moiety. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring a hindered phenolic component for antioxidant or structural properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, plant growth regulators, and other crop protection agents where the mesitylene-derived structure imparts specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in coordination chemistry and homogeneous catalysis.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional phenolic groups into polymer chains to alter material properties such as stability, adhesion, or reactivity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Provides a sterically protected aromatic system for constructing complex molecular architectures in research and fine chemical production.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized colorants and imaging agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2,4,6-Trimethyl-Phenoxy)-Acetic Acid
CAS No.	13333-81-8
Molecular Formula	C11H14O3
Molecular Weight	194.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2,4,6-Trimethylphenoxy)acetic Acid; Mesityloxoacetic Acid; (2,4,6-Trimethylphenoxy)ethanoic Acid; Acetic Acid, (2,4,6-Trimethylphenoxy)-; α-(2,4,6-Trimethylphenoxy)acetic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (2,4,6-Trimethyl-Phenoxy)-Acetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for research and regulated synthesis.

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 heat sources.

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	≤ 20 ppm

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