Description

Trimethylphloroglucinol is a high-purity, multi-functional organic intermediate derived from phloroglucinol. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of complex molecules, offering a stable, symmetrically substituted aromatic core. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for research, development, and production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with complex polycyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a core component for creating high-performance organic dyes and pigments.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in coordination chemistry to create novel ligands for catalytic systems.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for the production of specialty resins and polymers with enhanced thermal stability.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a building block for materials used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors.

Basic Information

Product Name	Trimethylphloroglucinol
CAS No.	4463-03-0
Molecular Formula	C9H12O3
Molecular Weight	168.19 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3,5-Trimethoxybenzene; Phloroglucinol Trimethyl Ether; 1,3,5-Trimethoxybenzol; Trimethoxybenzene; Benzene, 1,3,5-trimethoxy-; NSC 406891; AI3-15362
EINECS	224-711-5

Quality Control

Our Trimethylphloroglucinol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all commercial shipments to support your regulatory and quality assurance requirements.

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 strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	50 - 54 °C
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.