Description

Methyl 2,3-Dimethoxy Benzoate is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a versatile and critical intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in providing a functionalized aromatic building block for constructing more complex molecules in research and industrial applications. This product is essential for pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical manufacturing, and specialty chemical producers who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for their synthesis pipelines.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with complex aromatic or heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the dimethoxy benzoate moiety is required.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Serves as a protected or functionalized starting material in academic and industrial organic chemistry laboratories for novel compound development.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, flavors, and fragrances that utilize substituted benzoate esters.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of organic components for display technologies and advanced electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2,3-Dimethoxy Benzoate
CAS No.	2150-42-7
Molecular Formula	C10H12O4
Molecular Weight	196.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dimethoxybenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 2,3-Dimethoxybenzoate; Benzoic Acid, 2,3-Dimethoxy-, Methyl Ester; 2,3-Dimethoxy Methyl Benzoate; Methyl O-veratrate; Veratric Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 2,3-Dimethoxyphenylcarboxylate
EINECS	218-428-6

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2,3-Dimethoxy Benzoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and industry best practices for fine chemical intermediates.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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