Description

Benzoic Acid, 5-Amino-2-Methyl-, Methyl Ester, Hydrochloride is a high-purity organic salt derivative of a substituted benzoic acid ester, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate, enabling the production of complex molecules with precise structural features. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing active ingredients and novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a substituted benzoic acid framework.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Chemical Research: Serves as a versatile building block in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex heterocycles and specialty chemicals.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Potential use in the synthesis of specialized colorants and imaging agents due to its amino and ester functional groups.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or additive in the development of advanced polymers and functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 5-Amino-2-Methyl-, Methyl Ester, Hydrochloride
CAS No.	383678-23-7
Molecular Formula	C10H14ClNO2
Molecular Weight	215.68 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Amino-2-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester hydrochloride; Methyl 5-amino-2-methylbenzoate hydrochloride; 2-Methyl-5-aminobenzoic acid methyl ester HCl; Methyl 2-methyl-5-aminobenzoate hydrochloride; 5-Amino-o-toluic acid methyl ester hydrochloride; Benzoic acid, 5-amino-2-methyl-, methyl ester, hydrochloride (1:1)
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Quality Control

Our Benzoic Acid, 5-Amino-2-Methyl-, Methyl Ester, Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the high standards required for pharmaceutical and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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