Description

4'-Methoxy-Biphenyl-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity organic compound serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized biphenyl core, which is essential for constructing complex molecular architectures with specific electronic and steric properties. This intermediate is particularly sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and production of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized organic compounds used in display technologies.
• Organic Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the creation of complex ligands for metal-organic catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Advanced Polymer Research: Acts as a monomer or modifier for producing high-performance polymers with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploratory synthesis in organic chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4'-Methoxy-Biphenyl-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	18110-71-9
Molecular Formula	C14H12O3
Molecular Weight	228.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)benzoic Acid; 4'-Methoxy-2-biphenylcarboxylic Acid; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-2-carboxylic Acid, 4'-Methoxy-; 2-Carboxy-4'-methoxybiphenyl; o-(p-Methoxyphenyl)benzoic Acid; 4-Methoxybiphenyl-2-carboxylic Acid; 2-Biphenylcarboxylic Acid, 4'-Methoxy-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4'-Methoxy-Biphenyl-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.