Description

2-n-Hexyloxybenzoic Acid is a versatile organic compound belonging to the class of alkoxybenzoic acids, serving as a key intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring a hexyloxy side chain, makes it valuable for modifying the physical and chemical properties of target molecules. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, as well as industrial-scale manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring lipophilic modification.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the benzoic acid moiety is a key functional group.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a precursor or modifying agent in the production of specialty chemicals for electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Employed to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains, altering characteristics like solubility, thermal stability, or reactivity.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial chemists exploring new reaction pathways, coupling reactions, or as a starting material for complex molecule construction.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredients: Potential use in the synthesis of UV absorbers, preservatives, or other specialty additives for formulation chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-n-Hexyloxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	2200-83-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₈O₃
Molecular Weight	222.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hexyloxybenzoic Acid; o-Hexyloxybenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2-(hexyloxy)-; 2-(Hexyloxy)benzoic acid; Salicylic acid hexyl ether; Hexyl salicylate ether; 2-n-C6H13OC6H4COOH
EINECS	218-618-4

Quality Control

Our 2-n-Hexyloxybenzoic Acid 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 a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting all critical parameters. Our quality commitment supports compliance with REACH and other global regulatory frameworks for industrial chemical intermediates.

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). 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	Contact for details
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.