Description

Methyl 2,5-Dichlorobenzoate is a versatile organic ester derivative of 2,5-dichlorobenzoic acid, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its value lies in providing a protected carboxylic acid group and a reactive methyl ester moiety, enabling precise molecular construction for high-value end products. This compound is essential for research institutions and industrial producers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-purity building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a substituted benzoate structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the dichlorinated aromatic ring provides specific biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecules, including ligands, dyes, and functional materials.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins to impart specific chemical properties.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a precursor for further chemical transformations, such as hydrolysis to the corresponding acid or transesterification reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2,5-Dichlorobenzoate
CAS No.	2905-69-3
Molecular Formula	C8H6Cl2O2
Molecular Weight	205.04 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Dichlorobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 2,5-Dichlorobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 2,5-dichloro-, methyl ester; Methyl 2,5-dichlorobenzenecarboxylate; 2,5-Dichloromethylbenzoate; Methyl o-dichlorobenzoate (ambiguous); Methyl ester of 2,5-dichlorobenzoic acid
EINECS	220-828-6

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2,5-Dichlorobenzoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and related substances 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 (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition.

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%
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.