Description

1,2,3,5-Benzenetetracarboxylic Acid Tetramethyl Ester is a high-purity organic chemical intermediate characterized by its multi-ester functionalized aromatic core. This compound matters as a versatile building block for the synthesis of complex molecules, including specialty polymers, advanced organic materials, and functional additives. It is primarily needed by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material science sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Polymer & Resin Synthesis: Used as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing high-performance polyimides, polyesters, and other specialty polymers with enhanced thermal stability.
• Agrochemical Development: Acts as a building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing multi-functional aromatic systems and exploring new reaction pathways.
• Material Science: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the production of specialized colorants and functional dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2,3,5-Benzenetetracarboxylic Acid Tetramethyl Ester
CAS No.	3034-97-7
Molecular Formula	C14H14O8
Molecular Weight	310.26 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,3,5-Benzenetetracarboxylic Acid 1,2,3,5-Tetramethyl Ester; Tetramethyl 1,2,3,5-Benzenetetracarboxylate; Prehnitic Acid Tetramethyl Ester; 1,2,3,5-Benzenetetracarboxylic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzene-1,2,3,5-tetracarboxylic Acid Tetramethyl Ester; Methyl Prehnitate; Prehnityl Tetramethyl Ether; 1,2,3,5-Tetramethoxycarbonylbenzene
EINECS	221-230-5

Quality Control

Our 1,2,3,5-Benzenetetracarboxylic Acid Tetramethyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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