Description

5-Chloro-3-Hydroxy-2-Methyl-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, synthetically valuable benzoic acid derivative. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block for organic synthesis. It is primarily required by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in therapeutic areas requiring complex benzoic acid scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, dyes, and functional materials.
• Research & Development: Essential reagent in academic and industrial labs for method development and exploring new chemical entities.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Utilized in the synthesis of complex ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	5-Chloro-3-Hydroxy-2-Methyl-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1492040-74-0
Molecular Formula	C10H11ClO3
Molecular Weight	214.65 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 5-Chloro-3-hydroxy-2-methylbenzoate; 5-Chloro-3-hydroxy-2-methyl methyl benzoate; 2-Methyl-5-chloro-3-hydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester; Benzoic acid, 5-chloro-3-hydroxy-2-methyl-, methyl ester; Methyl 5-chloro-3-hydroxy-o-toluate
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Quality Control

Our 5-Chloro-3-Hydroxy-2-Methyl-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing including HPLC, GC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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