Description

2-Methoxy-4-Chlorophenylacetic Acid is a versatile aromatic acetic acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both methoxy and chloro substituents, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating compounds with specific electronic and steric properties. This chemical is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to synthesize active ingredients and novel molecular entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Used in the research and production of advanced electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for dyes, pigments, and other specialty chemicals requiring a substituted phenylacetic acid core.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a standard or starting material in methodological development and novel compound library synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methoxy-4-Chlorophenylacetic Acid
CAS No.	170737-95-8
Molecular Formula	C9H9ClO3
Molecular Weight	200.62 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Methoxy-4-chlorophenyl)acetic Acid; 4-Chloro-2-methoxyphenylacetic Acid; 2-Methoxy-4-chlorobenzeneacetic Acid; o-Methoxy-p-chlorophenylacetic Acid; 170737-95-8; 4-Chloro-2-methoxybenzeneacetic acid; (4-Chloro-2-methoxyphenyl)acetic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Methoxy-4-Chlorophenylacetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. 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%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
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.