Description

5-Benzyloxy-Isophthalic Acid is a high-purity aromatic dicarboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate, enabling the precise construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting metabolic and inflammatory pathways.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Synthesis: Used to construct rigid, conjugated core structures for advanced electronic display and lighting materials.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporates benzyl-protected carboxylic acid functionality into polyesters, polyamides, or epoxy resins to modify solubility and thermal properties.
• Agrochemical Active Ingredient Development: Serves as a scaffold for creating new herbicides or plant growth regulators with specific activity profiles.
• Metal-Organic Framework (MOF) Precursor: Utilized as an organic linker in the design and synthesis of porous coordination polymers for gas storage or catalysis.
• Chemical Research & Process Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for method development and exploring new synthetic routes.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	5-Benzyloxy-Isophthalic Acid
CAS No.	114274-39-4
Molecular Formula	C16H14O5
Molecular Weight	286.28 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(Benzyloxy)isophthalic Acid; 1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, 5-(phenylmethoxy)-; Isophthalic acid, 5-benzyloxy-; 5-(Phenylmethoxy)benzene-1,3-dicarboxylic acid; 5-O-Benzylisophthalic Acid; 5-Benzyloxybenzene-1,3-dicarboxylic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Benzyloxy-Isophthalic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic identification (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and production use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

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%

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