Description

Methyl 4-Amino-3,5-Dichlorobenzoate is a high-purity organic intermediate characterized by its amino and ester functional groups on a dichlorinated benzene ring. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), advanced crop protection agents, and specialty dyes or pigments.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with halogenated aromatic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the dichloro and amino groups for biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Used in the production of specialty azo dyes and high-performance pigments where the amino group is essential for chromophore formation.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex benzoate derivatives and exploring new chemical entities.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of monomers for specialty polymers or as a ligand in coordination chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-Amino-3,5-Dichlorobenzoate
CAS No.	41727-48-4
Molecular Formula	C8H7Cl2NO2
Molecular Weight	220.05 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3,5-Dichloro-4-aminobenzoate; 4-Amino-3,5-dichlorobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 4-amino-3,5-dichloro-, methyl ester; Methyl 4-Amino-3,5-Dichlorobenzoate; 3,5-Dichloro-4-aminobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 3,5-Dichloro-p-aminobenzoate; p-Amino-3,5-dichlorobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-Amino-3,5-Dichlorobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the high standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light as indicated.

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%
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.