Description

5-Methoxy-3-(3,4-Methylenedioxyphenyl)Benzoic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically derived benzoic acid derivative characterized by its unique methoxy and methylenedioxyphenyl substituents. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block in organic synthesis, enabling the development of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new-generation pesticides and herbicides with specific activity profiles.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Used in the research and development of electron-transport or host materials for display technologies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating complex ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for synthesizing dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential reagent for methodological studies and custom synthesis projects in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Methoxy-3-(3,4-Methylenedioxyphenyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	1261960-47-7
Molecular Formula	C15H12O5
Molecular Weight	272.25 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(1,3-Benzodioxol-5-yl)-5-methoxybenzoic acid; 5-Methoxy-3-(benzo[d][1,3]dioxol-5-yl)benzoic acid; 5-Methoxy-3-(3,4-methylenedioxyphenyl)benzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 5-methoxy-3-(1,3-benzodioxol-5-yl)-; 1261960-47-7
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Quality Control

Our production of 5-Methoxy-3-(3,4-Methylenedioxyphenyl)Benzoic Acid adheres to stringent in-process controls and final batch analysis to ensure consistent high purity and chemical identity. Quality is verified against established internal specifications using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your project requirements.

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 the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize moisture exposure. Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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