Description

Methyl 4-(2,5-Dimethoxyphenyl)Benzoate is a high-purity organic compound belonging to the class of substituted benzoate esters, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its unique aromatic structure, which provides a versatile scaffold for constructing more complex molecules in pharmaceutical and material science research. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists working in pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require reliable, high-quality building blocks for their synthetic pathways. The compound is supplied under strict quality control to ensure batch-to-batch consistency for demanding applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing complex aromatic backbones.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators where the dimethoxyphenyl moiety can impart specific biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials due to its rigid, conjugated structure.
• Organic Synthesis & Process Chemistry: A versatile reagent for Suzuki-Miyaura, Heck, or other cross-coupling reactions to create biaryl systems in laboratory and pilot-scale production.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the development of specialized dyes and pigments where the benzoate ester group modifies solubility and chromophoric properties.
• Academic & Contract Research: Used in university and CRO (Contract Research Organization) settings for methodological development and exploring new chemical spaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-(2,5-Dimethoxyphenyl)Benzoate
CAS No.	1437794-61-0
Molecular Formula	C16H16O4
Molecular Weight	272.30 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(2,5-Dimethoxyphenyl)benzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-(2,5-dimethoxyphenyl)benzoate; Benzoic acid, 4-(2,5-dimethoxyphenyl)-, methyl ester; Methyl p-(2,5-dimethoxyphenyl)benzoate; 2',5'-Dimethoxy[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-(2,5-Dimethoxyphenyl)Benzoate is manufactured under a quality management system and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We are committed to providing materials that support reproducible results in your critical synthetic work.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.