Description

2,6-Dimethoxyphenol 99+% is a high-purity aromatic organic compound characterized by its two methoxy substituents on the phenol ring. This high purity grade is critical for applications demanding exceptional consistency and minimal side-reactions, ensuring reliable performance in sensitive chemical syntheses. It serves as a versatile building block and intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with complex aromatic ether structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where the dimethoxy-phenol moiety is a functional component.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a starting material for creating smoky, spicy, or woody aroma chemicals and synthetic flavorants.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or antioxidant additive in the manufacture of specialty polymers and epoxy resins to enhance properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in research and development for coupling reactions, etherifications, and the synthesis of ligands for catalysis.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the production of certain high-performance dyes and organic pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Dimethoxyphenol 99+%
CAS No.	33-51-2
Molecular Formula	C8H10O3
Molecular Weight	154.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Dimethoxyphenol; Pyrogallol 1,3-dimethyl ether; 1-Hydroxy-2,6-dimethoxybenzene; 2,6-Dimethoxy-1-hydroxybenzene; Pyrogallol dimethyl ether; Syringol; 2,6-Dimethoxyphenolate; 2,6-DMP
EINECS	204-001-5

Quality Control

Our 2,6-Dimethoxyphenol 99+% is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all critical quality attributes to ensure the material meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. The compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Melting Point	54 - 58 °C
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.