Description

3-Amino-4-Methylbenzoic Acid is a versatile aromatic amine and benzoic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both an amino and a carboxylic acid group, makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients, dyes, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with specific aromatic substitution patterns.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a diazo component or coupling agent for creating azo dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Polymer Chemistry: Monomer for the synthesis of polyamides, polyimides, and other specialty polymers with enhanced thermal or mechanical properties.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent: Useful in coordination chemistry for creating metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or catalysts.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Amino-4-Methylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	2458-12-0
Molecular Formula	C8H9NO2
Molecular Weight	151.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-3-aminobenzoic Acid; 3-Amino-p-toluic Acid; 3-Amino-4-methylbenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 3-amino-4-methyl-; 4-Methylanthranilic Acid; 3-Amino-4-methyl-benzoic acid; 4-Methyl-3-aminobenzoic acid; 3-Amino-4-methylbenzoic acid (CAS 2458-12-0)
EINECS	219-527-6

Quality Control

Our 3-Amino-4-Methylbenzoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) that document key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics, supporting compliance with relevant industry standards for research and manufacturing.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed 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%
Melting Point	195°C - 200°C
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.