Description

2-Methoxy-5-Methylbiphenyl-3-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity biphenyl derivative carboxylic acid, serving as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and versatile building block in organic synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized aromatic structure, which is essential for constructing complex molecules in medicinal chemistry and material science. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its biphenyl core for bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized organic compounds used in electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Organic Ligand Precursor: Functionalized for creating complex ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce aromatic carboxylic acid groups into polymer chains, enhancing material properties.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and cross-coupling reactions at universities and CROs.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methoxy-5-Methylbiphenyl-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1181381-20-3
Molecular Formula	C15H14O3
Molecular Weight	242.27 g/mol
Synonyms	3'-Methoxy-4'-methylbiphenyl-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Methoxy-5-methyl-[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-carboxylic acid; 2-Carboxy-2'-methoxy-5'-methylbiphenyl; 5-Methyl-2-methoxybiphenyl-3-carboxylic acid; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-carboxylic acid, 2-methoxy-5-methyl-; 2-Methoxy-5-methyl-3-biphenylcarboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methoxy-5-Methylbiphenyl-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical R&D. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics 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). Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents. The container must be kept tightly closed to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Any single impurity	≤ 0.5%
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.