Description

[(3-Methylphenyl)Amino]Acetic Acid is a versatile aromatic amino acid derivative, also known as N-(m-Tolyl)glycine, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its bifunctional structure, featuring both an aromatic amine and a carboxylic acid group, enabling its use in the creation of complex molecules and fine chemicals. This compound is essential for research and development chemists, pharmaceutical intermediates manufacturers, and agrochemical producers seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a coupling agent or a core structure for producing azo dyes and other colorants.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or chain modifier for creating specialty polymers with specific aromatic functionalities.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent: Utilized in coordination chemistry to form metal complexes for catalytic or analytical applications.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in peptide mimetics and as a building block for non-natural amino acids in life science studies.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	[(3-Methylphenyl)Amino]Acetic Acid
CAS No.	21911-67-1
Molecular Formula	C9H11NO2
Molecular Weight	165.19 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(3-Methylphenyl)glycine; N-(m-Tolyl)glycine; (m-Tolylamino)acetic Acid; 2-[(3-Methylphenyl)amino]acetic Acid; N-(3-Methylphenyl)aminoacetic Acid; m-Methylphenylglycine; 3-Methylphenylglycine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our [(3-Methylphenyl)Amino]Acetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including purity assay and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for identity, purity, and related substances is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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). The product may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed when not in use 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	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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