Description

2-Methoxy-5-Nitrobenzoic Acid is a versatile aromatic carboxylic acid derivative characterized by its methoxy and nitro substituents. This compound serves as a critical synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its precise molecular architecture. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a substituted benzoic acid core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and colorants.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in constructing complex molecules, including ligands and functional materials.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity standard in analytical chemistry for method development and calibration.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methoxy-5-Nitrobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	40751-89-1
Molecular Formula	C8H7NO5
Molecular Weight	197.14 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-2-methoxybenzoic acid; 2-Methoxy-5-nitrobenzoic acid; 5-Nitro-o-anisic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-methoxy-5-nitro-; o-Anisic acid, 5-nitro-; 2-Methoxy-5-nitro-benzoic acid; 5-Nitro-2-methoxy-benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Methoxy-5-Nitrobenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for assay, impurities, and physical characteristics are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents.

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%

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