Description

Methyl 3-Formyl-5-Methylbenzoate is a high-purity aromatic ester derivative featuring both formyl and methyl ester functional groups. This compound serves as a versatile and critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and organic synthesis building block. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for the development of novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting central nervous system and inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Used in the research and production of electron-transport or host materials for display technologies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel ligands in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals requiring specific aromatic substitution patterns.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential reagent for methodological development and exploratory chemistry in academic and R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Formyl-5-Methylbenzoate
CAS No.	1205514-72-2
Molecular Formula	C10H10O3
Molecular Weight	178.18 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Formyl-5-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-formyl-5-methylbenzoate; 5-Methylisophthalaldehyde monomethyl ester; 3-(Methoxycarbonyl)-5-methylbenzaldehyde; Benzoic acid, 3-formyl-5-methyl-, methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 3-Formyl-5-Methylbenzoate adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot is characterized and tested using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every 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 controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

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%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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