Description

Methyl 3-Chloro-4-Hydroxy-6-Methylsalicylate is a specialized salicylate derivative that serves as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique substitution pattern, which provides a versatile scaffold for constructing complex molecules with specific functional properties. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those requiring a halogenated salicylate core structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D, enabling studies on esterification, halogenation, and cyclization reactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals where its specific chlorohydroxy substitution is advantageous.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential starting material for the synthesis of specialized monomers or ligands used in polymer and coordination chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Chloro-4-Hydroxy-6-Methylsalicylate
CAS No.	38103-07-0
Molecular Formula	C10H11ClO4
Molecular Weight	230.65 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-chloro-4-hydroxy-6-methyl-2-hydroxybenzoate; 3-Chloro-4-hydroxy-6-methylsalicylic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 3-chloro-4,6-dihydroxy-2-methylbenzoate; 2-Hydroxy-3-chloro-4-methoxycarbonyl-5-methylbenzoic Acid Methyl Ester (tautomer); 3-Chloro-4-hydroxy-6-methyl-2-carbomethoxyphenol; Salicylic acid, 3-chloro-4-hydroxy-6-methyl-, methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-Chloro-4-Hydroxy-6-Methylsalicylate is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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