Description

Methyl 2-Cyano-6-Methylbenzoate is a versatile and high-purity organic intermediate featuring a strategically functionalized benzoate core. This compound matters for its role as a critical building block in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. Industries requiring advanced chemical synthesis, such as pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical manufacturing, and fine chemical production, need this high-quality intermediate for developing active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds with a substituted benzamide or benzoate backbone.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the cyano and ester functionalities are essential for bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized organic molecules used in electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Fine Chemical & Dye Intermediate: Employed in the production of complex dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals requiring precise molecular architecture.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial research laboratories for constructing complex heterocycles and other organic frameworks.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Cyano-6-Methylbenzoate
CAS No.	127510-98-9
Molecular Formula	C10H9NO2
Molecular Weight	175.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-6-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 6-methyl-2-cyanobenzoate; 6-Methyl-2-cyanobenzoic acid methyl ester; 2-Cyano-6-methyl methyl benzoate; Benzoic acid, 2-cyano-6-methyl-, methyl ester; Methyl 2-cyano-6-methylbenzenecarboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Cyano-6-Methylbenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider storing 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	≤ 10 ppm

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