Description

4-(Dimethylamino)-α,α-Dimethylbenzeneacetic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring a dimethylamino-substituted benzeneacetic acid core, serving as a valuable intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its molecular structure makes it a critical precursor for the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development chemists and production facilities in the life sciences and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable building blocks for complex molecule construction.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a dimethylamino-benzeneacetic acid moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Serves as a precursor for electron-transport or host materials in the manufacture of display and lighting technologies.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of specialized dyes and colorants.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in academic and industrial research to create novel ligands for metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer chains, enhancing material properties for specialty plastics and coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Dimethylamino)-α,α-Dimethylbenzeneacetic Acid
CAS No.	228411-16-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₇NO₂
Molecular Weight	207.27 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-(Dimethylamino)phenyl)-2-methylpropanoic acid; α,α-Dimethyl-4-(dimethylamino)benzeneacetic acid; 4-(Dimethylamino)-α,α-dimethylbenzenacetic acid; p-(Dimethylamino)-α,α-dimethylphenylacetic acid; 2-[4-(Dimethylamino)phenyl]-2-methylpropanoic acid; DMABA derivative; CAS 228411-16-3
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Quality Control

We maintain stringent quality control protocols for all our chemical intermediates. Production of 4-(Dimethylamino)-α,α-Dimethylbenzeneacetic Acid adheres to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) where applicable, ensuring batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, available upon request. Our quality management system is designed to meet the exacting standards of the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries.

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 the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture. Store away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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