Description

3,5-Bis(Hydroxylmethyl)Benzoic Acid is a versatile aromatic diol and carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a key multifunctional building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring two hydroxymethyl groups and a carboxylic acid moiety, makes it a critical precursor for creating complex polymers, dendrimers, and pharmaceutical intermediates. This compound is essential for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries, where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key starting material for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), prodrugs, and diagnostic agents.
• Polymer & Resin Synthesis: Used as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of high-performance polyesters, polyamides, and epoxy resins.
• Dendrimer & Hyperbranched Polymer Construction: Its multiple reactive sites are ideal for building well-defined, three-dimensional macromolecular structures.
• Ligand & Chelating Agent Preparation: Functionalized to create complexing agents for metal catalysis or extraction processes.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D for creating novel organic frameworks and functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Bis(Hydroxylmethyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	123065-60-1
Molecular Formula	C10H12O5
Molecular Weight	212.20 g/mol
Synonyms	3,5-Bis(hydroxymethyl)benzoic acid; 5-Carboxy-1,3-benzenedimethanol; Benzoic acid, 3,5-bis(hydroxymethyl)-; 1,3-Benzenedimethanol, 5-carboxy-; 3,5-Di(hydroxymethyl)benzoic acid; 3,5-Bis(hydroxymethyl)benzoic acid; 3,5-BHMB
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,5-Bis(Hydroxylmethyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and reliability for your critical processes.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

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	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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