Description

3-Chloro-2-Methoxy-4-Methylbenzoic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically derived benzoic acid derivative characterized by its specific halogen and methoxy substitution pattern. This compound serves as a versatile and valuable chemical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for molecules requiring a substituted benzoic acid core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a precursor for further functionalization, including esterification and amide coupling reactions, in fine chemical manufacturing.
• Material Science Research: Potential monomer or modifying agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control and method development laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-2-Methoxy-4-Methylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1537639-91-0
Molecular Formula	C9H9ClO3
Molecular Weight	200.62 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloro-2-methoxy-4-methylbenzoic acid; 4-Methyl-3-chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid; 2-Methoxy-4-methyl-3-chlorobenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 3-chloro-2-methoxy-4-methyl-; CAS 1537639-91-0
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-Chloro-2-Methoxy-4-Methylbenzoic Acid adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot is characterized by advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

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.