Description

Ethyl 3-Hydroxy-2-Methylbenzoate is a versatile organic ester compound, valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing. Its molecular structure, featuring both a phenolic hydroxyl and an ester group, makes it a valuable building block for constructing more complex molecules. This product is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a substituted benzoate framework.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, UV absorbers, and other performance chemicals.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Acts as an intermediate for creating specific aromatic esters used in specialty fragrance compositions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of monomers for specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: Used in organic synthesis research, method development, and as a standard for analytical purposes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-Hydroxy-2-Methylbenzoate
CAS No.	141607-09-2
Molecular Formula	C10H12O3
Molecular Weight	180.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-hydroxy-2-methylbenzoate; 2-Methyl-3-hydroxybenzoic acid ethyl ester; 3-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzoic acid ethyl ester; Benzoic acid, 3-hydroxy-2-methyl-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-methyl-3-hydroxybenzoate; o-Cresotic acid ethyl ester; 3-Hydroxy-o-toluic acid ethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3-Hydroxy-2-Methylbenzoate is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for use as a pharmaceutical intermediate and in other critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to protect from moisture.

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	≤ 20 ppm

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