Description

Methyl 3-(2,5-Dimethoxyphenyl)Propenoate is a specialized organic ester building block, valued for its unique aromatic substitution pattern and propenoate functionality. This compound is crucial for synthetic chemists requiring a versatile intermediate to introduce a 2,5-dimethoxyphenyl moiety into more complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research and development laboratories in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the dimethoxyphenyl group can contribute to specific biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or precursor in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials with tailored optical or electronic properties.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for methodology development, such as cross-coupling reactions, cycloadditions, and other transformations of the propenoate double bond.
• Flavor & Fragrance Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of complex aromatic compounds for high-value fragrance and flavor applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-(2,5-Dimethoxyphenyl)Propenoate
CAS No.	116406-20-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₄O₄
Molecular Weight	222.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (2E)-3-(2,5-dimethoxyphenyl)prop-2-enoate; (E)-Methyl 3-(2,5-dimethoxyphenyl)acrylate; Methyl 3-(2,5-dimethoxyphenyl)acrylate; 2-Propenoic acid, 3-(2,5-dimethoxyphenyl)-, methyl ester; Methyl trans-3-(2,5-dimethoxyphenyl)propenoate; 2,5-Dimethoxycinnamic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 3-(2,5-Dimethoxyphenyl)Propenoate adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized by modern analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.