Description

2-(Methylseleno)Benzoic Acid Sodium Salt is a specialized organoselenium compound that serves as a valuable building block and reagent in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is particularly significant for introducing selenium-containing functional groups into target molecules, enabling the development of novel materials and active ingredients. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for applications in catalysis, ligand synthesis, and the creation of selenium-based heterocycles.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel selenium-containing drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Catalyst & Ligand Synthesis: Used to prepare specialized organoselenium ligands and catalysts for asymmetric synthesis and other catalytic processes.
• Agrochemical Research: Building block for developing new selenium-based fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Employed in the research and development of advanced materials, including organic semiconductors and functional polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing probes to study selenium metabolism and redox biology in biological systems.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile reagent for methodological development and exploratory synthesis in organic and medicinal chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Methylseleno)Benzoic Acid Sodium Salt
CAS No.	22262-18-6
Molecular Formula	C8H7NaO2Se
Molecular Weight	229.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium 2-(Methylselanyl)benzoate; Benzoic acid, 2-(methylseleno)-, sodium salt; 2-(Methylseleno)benzoic acid sodium salt; Sodium o-(methylseleno)benzoate; 2-Methylselenobenzoic acid sodium salt; o-(Methylseleno)benzoic acid sodium salt; Sodium 2-(methylseleno)benzoate
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-(Methylseleno)Benzoic Acid Sodium Salt adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure consistency and meet the exacting standards required for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and specification compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Selenium Content	30.0 - 35.0 %

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