Description

4-(2,3,5-Trimethylphenoxymethyl)Benzoic Acid is a specialized benzoic acid derivative featuring a trimethylphenoxymethyl substituent, which imparts unique steric and electronic properties. This compound serves as a valuable high-purity chemical intermediate in advanced synthesis, particularly for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily required by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a core intermediate for synthesizing specialized organic compounds used in electronic display technologies.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional benzoic acid groups into polymer chains, altering material properties for specialty coatings and engineering plastics.
• Organic Synthesis & Chemical Research: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial research in medicinal chemistry and material science.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Used in the production of complex organic colorants and photographic chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(2,3,5-Trimethylphenoxymethyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	149288-35-7
Molecular Formula	C17H18O3
Molecular Weight	270.32 g/mol
Synonyms	4-[(2,3,5-Trimethylphenoxy)methyl]benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-[(2,3,5-trimethylphenoxy)methyl]-; 4-(2,3,5-Trimethylphenoxymethyl)benzoic acid; 2,3,5-Trimethylphenoxymethylbenzoic acid; TMBA (abbrev.); 149288-35-7; 4-(2,3,5-Trimethyl-phenoxymethyl)-benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-(2,3,5-Trimethylphenoxymethyl)Benzoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with every shipment, detailing all critical specifications. We support cGMP and ISO compliant manufacturing for pharmaceutical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to protect the contents 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
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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