Description

Methyl 2-Cyano-5-Methoxybenzoate is a high-purity, versatile organic intermediate featuring a benzoate ester core substituted with cyano and methoxy functional groups. This compound is valued for its role as a critical building block in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is essential for chemists and process development teams in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and crop protection industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules with complex aromatic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive cyano and ester groups.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a building block for advanced electronic materials due to its aromatic and polarizable structure.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the production of specialized dyes and organic pigments where the methoxy and cyano groups modify color and stability properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Process Chemistry: A versatile reagent for constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions, such as Suzuki or Sonogashira couplings, for carbon-carbon bond formation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Cyano-5-Methoxybenzoate
CAS No.	127510-95-6
Molecular Formula	C10H9NO3
Molecular Weight	191.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-5-methoxybenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-methoxy-2-cyanobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 2-cyano-5-methoxy-, methyl ester; 5-Methoxy-2-cyanobenzoic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Cyano-5-Methoxybenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. 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, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition.

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.