Description

[1,1'-Biphenyl]-3,4',5-Tricarboxylic Acid, 2',6'-Dimethyl- is a high-purity, multi-functional aromatic carboxylic acid derivative designed for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its rigid, substituted biphenyl core and multiple carboxylic acid groups, making it an essential building block for creating complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for applications requiring precise molecular control and functional group diversity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a rigid, planar biphenyl scaffold.
• Ligand Synthesis for Catalysis: Used to construct sophisticated polydentate ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and homogeneous catalysis.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Functions as a monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce carboxylic acid functionality, enhancing thermal stability and adhesion properties in high-performance polymers and coatings.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed as an intermediate in developing novel herbicides and fungicides where the dimethyl-substituted biphenyl structure contributes to biological activity.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a potential building block for electron-transport materials or non-linear optical (NLO) materials due to its conjugated system and functional groups.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile tool for academic and industrial research in organic synthesis, medicinal chemistry, and materials science.

Basic Information

Product Name	[1,1'-Biphenyl]-3,4',5-Tricarboxylic Acid, 2',6'-Dimethyl-
CAS No.	2270937-70-5
Molecular Formula	C17H14O6
Molecular Weight	314.29 g/mol
Synonyms	2',6'-Dimethyl-[1,1'-biphenyl]-3,4',5-tricarboxylic acid; 3,4',5-Biphenyltricarboxylic Acid, 2',6'-Dimethyl-; 2',6'-Dimethylbiphenyl-3,4',5-tricarboxylic Acid; Biphenyl-3,4',5-tricarboxylic Acid, 2',6'-dimethyl-; Dimethyl Biphenyl Tricarboxylate Acid (precursor name); Contact for details on additional trade names or abbreviations.
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Quality Control

Our [1,1'-Biphenyl]-3,4',5-Tricarboxylic Acid, 2',6'-Dimethyl- is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specification parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed immediately after use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
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.