Description

3-(Benzyloxy)-2-Hydroxybenzoic Acid is a specialized aromatic carboxylic acid derivative that serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. This compound matters for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical synthesis. Industries that require it include pharmaceutical development for creating active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemical research for novel crop protection agents, and academic or industrial R&D laboratories focused on medicinal chemistry and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with salicylate or benzyl-protected phenol motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in research and development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers requiring specific aromatic substitution patterns.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and other advanced functional materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including protection/deprotection strategies and cross-coupling reactions.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Benzyloxy)-2-Hydroxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	23806-63-5
Molecular Formula	C14H12O4
Molecular Weight	244.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-3-(phenylmethoxy)benzoic Acid; 3-Benzyloxysalicylic Acid; Benzylester of 2,3-Dihydroxybenzoic Acid; Salicylic Acid, 3-(Benzyloxy)-; 3-O-Benzylsalicylic Acid; NSC 403796; 2-Carboxy-6-benzyloxyphenol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(Benzyloxy)-2-Hydroxybenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be opaque or stored in a dark place.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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