Description

Methyl 3-Formyl-2-Methoxybenzoate CAS NO 186312-96-9 is a high-purity aromatic ester derivative, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of both formyl and methoxycarbonyl functional groups on the aromatic ring, enabling precise chemical transformations. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly for the development of novel active ingredients and complex fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing novel drug candidates, especially in therapeutic areas requiring complex benzofuran or benzopyran scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Serves as a precursor for electron-transport materials or host materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized colorants and fluorescent markers.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in synthetic organic chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Formyl-2-Methoxybenzoate
CAS No.	186312-96-9
Molecular Formula	C10H10O4
Molecular Weight	194.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methoxy-3-formylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-methoxy-3-formylbenzoate; 3-Formyl-2-methoxybenzoic acid methyl ester; Benzoic acid, 3-formyl-2-methoxy-, methyl ester; 186312-96-9; Methyl 3-formyl-2-methoxybenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-Formyl-2-Methoxybenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet 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 place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. 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	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
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.