Description

3-Methoxyphenoxyacetic Acid is a versatile aromatic ether carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, which allows for selective modification and incorporation into more complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) agents and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its phenoxyacetic acid backbone.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a precursor for monomers and mesogens in the development of advanced display materials and specialty polymers.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for constructing complex ether and ester linkages in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the synthesis of specialized colorants and photographic chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methoxyphenoxyacetic Acid
CAS No.	2088-24-6
Molecular Formula	C9H10O4
Molecular Weight	182.17 g/mol
Synonyms	(3-Methoxyphenoxy)acetic Acid; 3-Methoxy-phenoxyacetic Acid; m-Methoxyphenoxyacetic Acid; Acetic Acid, (3-Methoxyphenoxy)-; 2-(3-Methoxyphenoxy)acetic Acid; NSC 403697; 1-Methoxy-3-phenoxyacetic Acid; Phenoxyacetic Acid, 3-Methoxy Derivative
EINECS	218-235-8

Quality Control

Our 3-Methoxyphenoxyacetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is 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, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	95 - 99 °C
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.