Description

Methyl 2-Chloro-4-Methylbenzoate is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile and reactive aromatic ester moiety for constructing complex molecular architectures. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material or advanced intermediate in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a substituted benzoate structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the chloromethyl benzoate group is incorporated into the final molecule.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for constructing complex aromatic esters, facilitating studies in medicinal chemistry and material science.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other specialty chemicals that utilize halogenated aromatic compounds.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Intermediate: Potential use in the synthesis of monomers or additives for advanced materials, leveraging its aromatic core and ester functionality.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Chloro-4-Methylbenzoate
CAS No.	195318-63-9
Molecular Formula	C9H9ClO2
Molecular Weight	184.62 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-4-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-chloro-p-toluate; Benzoic acid, 2-chloro-4-methyl-, methyl ester; 2-Chloro-4-methyl methylbenzoate; Methyl 2-chloro-4-methylbenzenecarboxylate; Methyl o-chloro-p-toluate; 195318-63-9
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Chloro-4-Methylbenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%

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