Description

2,5-Dichloro-3-Methoxybenzoic Acid is a versatile halogenated benzoic acid derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique substitution pattern, which provides a reactive scaffold for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor for developing herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized aromatic cores in electronic and display chemicals.
• Dyestuff & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for producing complex, color-fast dyes and organic pigments.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce functional groups into polymer chains to alter material properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new organic reactions in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Dichloro-3-Methoxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	33234-25-2
Molecular Formula	C8H6Cl2O3
Molecular Weight	221.04 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methoxy-2,5-dichlorobenzoic Acid; 2,5-Dichloro-3-methoxybenzoic Acid; 2,5-Dichloro-m-anisic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2,5-dichloro-3-methoxy-; 33234-25-2; 3-Methoxy-2,5-dichlorobenzoic acid; 2,5-Dichloro-3-methoxy-benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,5-Dichloro-3-Methoxybenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, supporting compliance with research and industrial application standards.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.