Description

Boc-2-Amino-6-Methylbenzoic Acid is a protected amino acid derivative crucial for advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a key chiral building block, enabling the controlled introduction of a substituted anthranilic acid moiety into complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Peptide Synthesis: Used in solid-phase and solution-phase peptide synthesis to incorporate modified amino acid residues, enabling the creation of peptides with enhanced stability or biological activity.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with specific modes of action.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the design and synthesis of chiral ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis applications.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create tagged or modified molecules for studying biological processes and protein interactions.
• Material Science: A potential monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and advanced organic materials with specific functional properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Boc-2-Amino-6-Methylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	269391-47-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₇NO₄
Molecular Weight	251.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)amino]-6-methylbenzoic acid; N-Boc-2-amino-6-methylbenzoic acid; N-(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)-2-amino-6-methylbenzoic acid; Boc-2-Amino-6-Methyl-BA; tert-Butyl (2-carboxy-3-methylphenyl)carbamate; 6-Methyl-2-[(2-methylpropan-2-yl)oxycarbonylamino]benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Boc-2-Amino-6-Methylbenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and production applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available for every shipment upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Assay	97.0% - 102.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.