Description

2-Hydroxy-3-Methylbenzoyl Chloride is a versatile and reactive aromatic acid chloride derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to efficiently introduce the 2-hydroxy-3-methylbenzoyl moiety, enabling the construction of complex molecules with tailored properties. This intermediate is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a salicylate-derived structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where it acts as a core building block.
• Dye and Pigment Production: Serves as an intermediate for creating azo dyes and complex organic pigments, contributing to color strength and stability.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or modifying agent in the production of specialty polymers, such as polyesters and polyamides, to impart specific functional characteristics.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful for synthesizing chelating ligands used in metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxy-3-Methylbenzoyl Chloride
CAS No.	15198-07-9
Molecular Formula	C8H7ClO2
Molecular Weight	170.59 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methylsalicyloyl Chloride; 2-Hydroxy-3-methylbenzoyl chloride; 3-Methyl-2-hydroxybenzoyl chloride; o-Cresotic acid chloride; 2-Hydroxy-m-toluoyl chloride; 3-Methyl-2-hydroxybenzoic acid chloride; 2-Hydroxy-3-methylbenzoic acid chloride
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Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxy-3-Methylbenzoyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and highly volatile nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere after opening to prevent decomposition and maintain product integrity. Keep away from strong acids, organic solvents, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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