Description

Methyl 3-Ethoxy-5-Hydroxybenzoate is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a versatile and critical synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its molecular structure, featuring both ethoxy and hydroxy substituents on the benzoate core, makes it a valuable building block for creating more complex molecules with specific functionalities. This compound is essential for R&D and production within the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors, where precise chemical architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a substituted benzoate moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing organic electronic compounds and advanced display materials.
• Organic Synthesis & R&D: A versatile reagent for constructing complex aromatic esters in academic and industrial research laboratories.
• UV Absorber & Polymer Additive Intermediate: Used in the development of light-stabilizing agents and specialty polymer additives.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Employed as a synthetic intermediate for creating specific aromatic esters used in specialty fragrance compositions.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Methyl 3-Ethoxy-5-Hydroxybenzoate
CAS No.	116169-07-4
Molecular Formula	C10H12O4
Molecular Weight	196.20 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Ethoxy-5-hydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-hydroxy-3-ethoxybenzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-ethoxy-5-hydroxy-, methyl ester; 5-Hydroxy-3-ethoxybenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 3-ethoxy-5-hydroxybenzoate; 116169-07-4; Methyl 3-ethoxy-5-hydroxy benzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-Ethoxy-5-Hydroxybenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and relevant industry standards for synthetic intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to maintain optimal purity and stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.