Description

Methyl 3,4,5-Trichlorobenzoate is a high-purity, synthetically valuable benzoate ester derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in providing a functionalized aromatic scaffold with precise substitution patterns, enabling the development of complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to create active ingredients and specialty intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a multi-chlorinated benzoate core structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with specific activity profiles.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Used in cross-coupling reactions, esterification studies, and as a starting material for generating more complex carboxylic acid derivatives.
• Material Science Research: Intermediate in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3,4,5-Trichlorobenzoate
CAS No.	114821-66-8
Molecular Formula	C8H5Cl3O2
Molecular Weight	239.48 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4,5-Trichlorobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 3,4,5-Trichlorobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 3,4,5-trichloro-, methyl ester; Methyl 3,4,5-Trichlorobenzenecarboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 3,4,5-Trichlorobenzoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting all critical quality parameters. Our production adheres to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for research and scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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	≤ 20 ppm

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