Description

2-Hydroxy-3-Methylphenyl Boronic Acid is a specialized organoboron compound that serves as a versatile building block in modern synthetic chemistry. Its core value lies in enabling the precise construction of complex molecular architectures through efficient cross-coupling reactions. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require reliable, high-quality raw materials for their development and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in Suzuki-Miyaura cross-coupling reactions for synthesizing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides with improved efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel ligands and catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as those used in OLEDs and organic photovoltaics.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create boronic acid-based probes and sensors for detecting sugars and other biological analytes.
• Custom Synthesis and R&D: A valuable reagent for contract research organizations (CROs) and academic laboratories engaged in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxy-3-Methylphenyl Boronic Acid
CAS No.	259209-22-8
Molecular Formula	C7H9BO3
Molecular Weight	151.96 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Hydroxy-3-methylphenyl)boronic acid; 3-Methyl-2-hydroxybenzeneboronic acid; 2-Hydroxy-m-tolylboronic acid; 2-Hydroxy-3-methylbenzeneboronic acid; Boronic acid, B-(2-hydroxy-3-methylphenyl)-; 3-Methylsalicylboronic acid
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Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxy-3-Methylphenyl Boronic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance for critical synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your internal specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants or storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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