Description

Methyl 3-Hydroxy-4-Methylbenzoate is a versatile aromatic ester derivative, serving as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of functional groups, enabling precise molecular construction for high-value fine chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel compounds or optimize synthetic routes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for synthesizing complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring a substituted benzoate framework.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and display components.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Acts as an intermediate for creating specific aromatic esters used in perfumery and flavoring agents.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional benzoate groups into polymer chains, altering material properties.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research in developing new catalytic and synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Hydroxy-4-Methylbenzoate
CAS No.	3356-86-3
Molecular Formula	C9H10O3
Molecular Weight	166.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxy-4-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-hydroxy-p-toluate; 4-Methyl-3-hydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester; Benzoic acid, 3-hydroxy-4-methyl-, methyl ester; Methyl 4-methyl-3-hydroxybenzoate; 3-Hydroxy-4-methyl methyl benzoate; p-Toluic acid, 3-hydroxy-, methyl ester
EINECS	222-128-5

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 3-Hydroxy-4-Methylbenzoate adheres to stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. The material is characterized and controlled using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong 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	< 20 ppm

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