Description

3-(2-Methoxy-3-Methylphenyl)Benzoic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically derived aromatic carboxylic acid building block. This compound is valued for its specific substitution pattern, which makes it a crucial intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists and process scale-up teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in therapeutic areas requiring complex biaryl structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor for developing specialty polymers and liquid crystals with tailored properties.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a component in the synthesis of organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile synthon for methodological studies in cross-coupling reactions and carboxylate chemistry.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for client-specific molecule production.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(2-Methoxy-3-Methylphenyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	1215206-06-6
Molecular Formula	C15H14O3
Molecular Weight	242.27 g/mol
Synonyms	[2'-Methoxy-3'-methyl-(1,1'-biphenyl)-3-yl]carboxylic Acid; 3-(2-Methoxy-3-methylphenyl)benzoic acid; 3-(2-Methoxy-3-methylphenyl)benzoic acid; 2-Methoxy-3-methyl-3'-carboxybiphenyl; Biphenyl-3-carboxylic acid, 2'-methoxy-3'-methyl-; 1215206-06-6
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We maintain stringent quality control protocols for all our fine chemical intermediates. Production of 3-(2-Methoxy-3-Methylphenyl)Benzoic Acid adheres to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) where applicable, ensuring batch-to-batch consistency and traceability. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to meet the exacting standards of pharmaceutical and advanced chemical research.

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 strong oxidizing agents and bases.

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	< 20 ppm

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