Description

4-Hydroxy-2'-Methoxy-Biphenyl-3-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity biphenyl derivative carboxylic acid, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular scaffold, which is essential for constructing complex molecules in research and development. This compound is primarily needed by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) development and the synthesis of functional materials.

Application

• Key intermediate in the synthesis of novel pharmaceutical compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Building block for advanced agrochemicals, including herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Precursor in the research and development of liquid crystal materials and organic electronic components.
• Starting material for the synthesis of specialized dyes, pigments, and photoinitiators.
• Versatile reagent in academic and industrial organic chemistry research for constructing biphenyl-based structures.
• Used in the development of analytical standards and reference materials for quality control laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-2'-Methoxy-Biphenyl-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	400744-79-8
Molecular Formula	C14H12O4
Molecular Weight	244.24 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Biphenylcarboxylic acid, 4-hydroxy-2'-methoxy-; 2'-Methoxy-4-hydroxy[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-carboxylic acid; 4-Hydroxy-2'-methoxybiphenyl-3-carboxylic acid; 4-Hydroxy-2'-methoxy-3-biphenylcarboxylic acid; 2'-Methoxy-4-hydroxy-3-phenylbenzoic acid; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-carboxylic acid, 4-hydroxy-2'-methoxy-; 4-Hydroxy-2'-methoxy-1,1'-biphenyl-3-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxy-2'-Methoxy-Biphenyl-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic intermediates. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and quality assurance for your R&D and production processes.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.