Description

Methyl 2,3-Dichlorobenzoate is a versatile organic ester derivative of 2,3-dichlorobenzoic acid, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its value lies in providing a protected carboxylic acid group and a reactive aromatic scaffold for constructing complex molecules. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to synthesize active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with halogenated aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the dichloro-substituted benzene ring for bioactivity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile precursor for further functionalization via hydrolysis, reduction, or cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Serves as an analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2,3-Dichlorobenzoate
CAS No.	108258-54-4
Molecular Formula	C8H6Cl2O2
Molecular Weight	205.04 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dichlorobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 2,3-Dichlorobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 2,3-dichloro-, methyl ester; Methyl 2,3-dichlorobenzenecarboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2,3-Dichlorobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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