Description

2-Isopropyl-4-Methoxybenzoic Acid is a specialized aromatic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique substitution pattern, which provides a versatile scaffold for constructing more complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications such as drug discovery and the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting specific receptor sites.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its benzoic acid core structure.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing advanced organic molecules used in electronic displays and lighting technologies.
• Fine Chemical & Specialty Polymer Synthesis: Employed in the production of specialty monomers, ligands for catalysis, and other high-value fine chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including coupling reactions and functional group transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Isopropyl-4-Methoxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	161480-96-2
Molecular Formula	C11H14O3
Molecular Weight	194.23 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methoxy-2-(propan-2-yl)benzoic Acid; 2-(1-Methylethyl)-4-methoxybenzoic Acid; 2-Isopropyl-p-anisic Acid; 4-Methoxy-2-isopropylbenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 4-methoxy-2-(1-methylethyl)-; 2-Isopropyl-4-methoxybenzoic acid; 161480-96-2
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Isopropyl-4-Methoxybenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources.

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.