Description

3,5-Dimethoxy-4-Methyl-Benzoyl Chloride is a high-purity, versatile benzoyl chloride derivative used as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key acylating agent, enabling the efficient introduction of the 3,5-dimethoxy-4-methyl-benzoyl moiety into target molecules. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the dimethoxy-substituted benzoyl group confers specific biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Production: Serves as a building block for synthesizing complex organic molecules used in electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or modifying agent to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains, enhancing material properties.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments for high-performance applications.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research in medicinal chemistry and material science for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Dimethoxy-4-Methyl-Benzoyl Chloride
CAS No.	34523-76-7
Molecular Formula	C10H11ClO3
Molecular Weight	214.65 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-3,5-dimethoxybenzoyl chloride; 3,5-Dimethoxy-p-toluoyl chloride; 3,5-Dimethoxy-4-methylbenzoic acid chloride; 4-Methyl-3,5-dimethoxybenzoic acid chloride; 34523-76-7; 3,5-Dimethoxy-4-methyl-benzoylchlorid; 3,5-Dimethoxy-4-methylbenzoyl chloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,5-Dimethoxy-4-Methyl-Benzoyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles 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, well-ventilated place at 2-8°C (refrigerated) or as specified on the label. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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