Description

2,5-Dimethyl-3-Nitrobenzoic Acid is a versatile nitroaromatic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of functional groups, enabling precise chemical modifications for creating complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to synthesize active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a substituted benzoic acid core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage its nitro and carboxylic acid functionalities.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Used in the production of specialized azo dyes and organic pigments, where it contributes to color fastness and molecular stability.
• Polymer Chemistry: Monomer or modifier for creating specialty polymers with specific thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complex ligands used in catalytic systems for asymmetric synthesis.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical reactions and creating compound libraries for screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Dimethyl-3-Nitrobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	27022-97-5
Molecular Formula	C9H9NO4
Molecular Weight	195.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Nitro-2,5-dimethylbenzoic Acid; 2,5-Dimethyl-3-nitrobenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2,5-dimethyl-3-nitro-; 2,5-Dimethyl-m-nitrobenzoic Acid; 2,5-Xylenol-3-nitrobenzoic Acid; 3-Nitro-2,5-dimethylbenzenecarboxylic Acid; NSC 403071
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2,5-Dimethyl-3-Nitrobenzoic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and customer-specific requirements. Comprehensive testing, including identity, purity, and impurity profile analysis, is performed. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and product integrity.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Ensure the container is kept upright to prevent leakage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	158°C - 162°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.