Description

4-Amino-2,6-Dimethylbenzoic Acid is a high-purity aromatic amino acid derivative characterized by its distinct dimethyl-substituted benzoic acid core with an amino functional group. This compound matters as a versatile and critical pharmaceutical intermediate and organic synthesis building block, enabling the construction of more complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for research, development, and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a substituted benzoic acid moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for creating azo dyes and other complex colorants.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a raw material for electron-transport or host materials in electronic applications.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal complexes and catalytic systems.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for novel compound synthesis and methodological studies.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce functional groups into polymer chains to alter physical or chemical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Amino-2,6-Dimethylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	16752-16-2
Molecular Formula	C9H11NO2
Molecular Weight	165.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Dimethyl-4-aminobenzoic Acid; 4-Amino-2,6-dimethylbenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-amino-2,6-dimethyl-; 4-Amino-2,6-dimethyl-benzoic acid; 2,6-Dimethyl-p-aminobenzoic acid; 4-Carboxy-3,5-dimethylaniline; 3,5-Dimethyl-4-aminobenzoic acid
EINECS	240-816-9

Quality Control

Our 4-Amino-2,6-Dimethylbenzoic Acid is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistent quality that meets or exceeds industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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, strong acids, and strong bases. The compound may be light-sensitive; store away from light.

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)	≤20 ppm

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