Description

6-Amino-2-Chloro-3-Methyl-Benzoic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional benzoic acid derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique substitution pattern makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with specific pharmacological or agrochemical activities. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a core scaffold for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its halogen and amino functional groups for structural diversification.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Used in the production of specialized azo dyes and high-performance pigments, where its amino group facilitates diazotization and coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile starting material for academic and industrial research into new heterocyclic compounds, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and catalyst ligands.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Amino-2-Chloro-3-Methyl-Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	155184-82-0
Molecular Formula	C8H8ClNO2
Molecular Weight	185.61 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-3-methyl-6-aminobenzoic Acid; 2-Chloro-6-amino-3-methylbenzoic Acid; 6-Amino-2-chloro-m-toluic Acid; Benzoic acid, 6-amino-2-chloro-3-methyl-; 155184-82-0; AC1L1WYF; AC1Q6H8V; CTK8C0881
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Quality Control

Every batch of 6-Amino-2-Chloro-3-Methyl-Benzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system and undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your most critical synthesis steps.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Single 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.