Description

2,5-Dimethyl-3-Hydroxy Benzoic Acid is a multifunctional aromatic compound featuring both phenolic and carboxylic acid functional groups on a dimethyl-substituted benzene ring. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced research and industrial chemistry. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications requiring precise molecular architecture.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a substituted salicylic acid framework.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its structural motifs contribute to biological activity.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation processes.
• Polymer Modifier: Incorporated into polymer chains to introduce hydroxyl and carboxyl functionalities, altering material properties like adhesion, solubility, or reactivity.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and pigments, contributing to color fastness and specific spectral properties.
• Research & Development: A versatile reagent in organic chemistry R&D for constructing novel heterocyclic compounds and exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2,5-Dimethyl-3-Hydroxy Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	27023-06-9
Molecular Formula	C9H10O3
Molecular Weight	166.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxy-2,5-dimethylbenzoic acid; 2,5-Dimethyl-3-hydroxybenzoic acid; 2,5-Xylenol-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Carboxy-2,5-dimethylphenol; Benzoic acid, 3-hydroxy-2,5-dimethyl-; 2,5-Dimethylsalicylic acid (common name)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2,5-Dimethyl-3-Hydroxy Benzoic Acid adheres to a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the high standards required for industrial and research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for each batch is available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and incompatible materials.

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.