Description

2-m-Tolyl-Cyclopropanecarboxylic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring a cyclopropane ring substituted with a carboxylic acid and a meta-tolyl group. This unique structure makes it a valuable advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block in synthetic organic chemistry. It is primarily utilized by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the synthesis of novel active compounds and complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory targets.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the creation of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in organometallic chemistry to develop new chiral ligands and catalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: Employed in methodological studies and the total synthesis of complex natural products.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-m-Tolyl-Cyclopropanecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1157137-59-1
Molecular Formula	C11H12O2
Molecular Weight	176.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(3-Methylphenyl)cyclopropanecarboxylic Acid; 2-(m-Tolyl)cyclopropanecarboxylic Acid; 2-(3-Methylphenyl)cyclopropane-1-carboxylic Acid; Cyclopropanecarboxylic acid, 2-(3-methylphenyl)-; 1-Carboxy-2-(3-methylphenyl)cyclopropane; m-Tolylcyclopropanecarboxylic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-m-Tolyl-Cyclopropanecarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for research and industrial synthesis. 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, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider inert atmosphere conditions to maintain optimal purity.

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.