Description

3-(Carboxymethyl)Benzoic Acid is a versatile aromatic dicarboxylic acid derivative, serving as a key multifunctional building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its dual carboxylic acid functionality enables its use in creating complex molecular architectures, offering significant value in the development of high-performance materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients. This compound is essential for research and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a benzoic acid backbone with additional functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its aromatic structure provides stability and bioactivity.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the manufacture of polyesters, polyamides, and epoxy resins, enhancing thermal and mechanical properties.
• Ligand & Chelating Agent: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complexing agents and ligands used in catalysis and metal ion sequestration.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of organic colorants and photographic chemicals.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Carboxymethyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	2084-13-1
Molecular Formula	C9H8O4
Molecular Weight	180.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Carboxymethylbenzoic Acid; 3-(Carboxymethyl)benzoic Acid; 3-(Carboxymethyl)benzoic acid; 2-Carboxy-1,3-benzenediacetic acid; 3-Carboxymethyl-benzoic acid; m-(Carboxymethyl)benzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 3-(carboxymethyl)-; 1,3-Benzenediacetic acid, 2-carboxy-
EINECS	218-216-9

Quality Control

Our 3-(Carboxymethyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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