Description

2-Methoxy-3,5-Dinitrobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester is a specialized aromatic nitro compound that serves as a versatile chemical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both methoxy and nitro substituents, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecules and functional materials. This product is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or high-performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a substituted benzoate core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Precursor: Serves as an intermediate in the manufacture of specialized azo dyes and high-performance pigments due to its nitro-aromatic structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in academic and industrial research for creating novel ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in nitration, esterification, and nucleophilic aromatic substitution reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methoxy-3,5-Dinitrobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	38102-00-0
Molecular Formula	C9H8N2O7
Molecular Weight	256.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-Methoxy-3,5-dinitrobenzoate; 3,5-Dinitro-2-methoxybenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 2-methoxy-3,5-dinitro-, methyl ester; Methyl 3,5-dinitro-o-anisate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Methoxy-3,5-Dinitrobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures the material is suitable for demanding applications in research and scale-up synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This compound should be stored separately from strong bases, reducing agents, and other incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.