Description

2-(3,4-Dimethylbenzoyl)Benzoic Acid is a specialized aromatic ketone-carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a high-value intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure makes it a critical precursor for the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. This compound is essential for research and production chemists seeking to synthesize novel active ingredients, functional materials, and fine chemicals.

Application

• Key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical active ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting specific receptor sites.
• Building block for advanced agrochemicals, including herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Precursor in the development of organic electronic materials and photoactive compounds.
• Intermediate for specialty dyes, pigments, and functional polymers requiring specific aromatic frameworks.
• Starting material in academic and industrial research for novel heterocyclic compound synthesis.
• Used in the preparation of liquid crystal materials and other advanced functional chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(3,4-Dimethylbenzoyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	2159-42-4
Molecular Formula	C16H14O3
Molecular Weight	254.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(3,4-Dimethylbenzoyl)benzoic acid; o-(3,4-Dimethylbenzoyl)benzoic acid; 2-(3,4-Dimethylbenzoyl)benzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2-(3,4-dimethylbenzoyl)-; 3,4-Dimethyl-2-benzoylbenzoic acid; 2-(3,4-Xyloyl)benzoic acid; (3,4-Dimethylphenyl)(2-carboxyphenyl)methanone
EINECS	218-476-6

Quality Control

Our production of 2-(3,4-Dimethylbenzoyl)Benzoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The material is characterized and released against comprehensive specifications, including identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods and purity determination by chromatographic techniques. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

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 to prevent moisture absorption, which may affect product stability and performance.

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.