Description

5-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)Pentanoic Acid is a high-purity aromatic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile molecular scaffold with a lipophilic side chain and a reactive carboxylic acid group, enabling precise chemical modifications. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries, particularly for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Liquid Crystal Material Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced organic compounds for display technologies.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Serves as a building block for electron-transport or host materials in OLED devices.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of new herbicides or plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Utilized in creating complex molecules for fragrances, dyes, and specialty polymers.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)Pentanoic Acid
CAS No.	35872-49-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₈O₂
Molecular Weight	206.28 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)valeric Acid; 3,4-Dimethylbenzenepentanoic Acid; 5-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)pentanoic Acid; 3,4-Dimethyl-ω-pentylbenzoic Acid; 35872-49-2; Pentanoic acid, 5-(3,4-dimethylphenyl)-; 5-(3,4-Xylyl)valeric Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)Pentanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.