Description

Methyl 2-Azido-4,5-Dimethoxybenzoate CAS NO 477883-38-8 is a versatile and high-purity synthetic intermediate featuring a strategically positioned azido functional group. This compound is critical for advanced organic synthesis, particularly in click chemistry applications such as the copper-catalyzed azide-alkyne cycloaddition (CuAAC). It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of complex molecules in drug discovery and development programs.
• Click Chemistry Reagent: Essential for bioconjugation, polymer modification, and material surface functionalization via azide-alkyne Huisgen cycloaddition.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Material Science: Precursor for creating functional polymers, dendrimers, and smart materials with tailored properties.
• Biochemical Probes: Enables the labeling and tracking of biomolecules in diagnostic and proteomics research.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a fundamental reagent in organic chemistry laboratories for method development and novel compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Azido-4,5-Dimethoxybenzoate
CAS No.	477883-38-8
Molecular Formula	C10H11N3O4
Molecular Weight	237.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Azido-4,5-dimethoxybenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-azido-4,5-dimethoxybenzoate; Benzoic acid, 2-azido-4,5-dimethoxy-, methyl ester; 4,5-Dimethoxy-2-azidobenzoic acid methyl ester; Azidomethoxydimethoxybenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Azido-4,5-Dimethoxybenzoate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data including HPLC purity and NMR confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available for every batch upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to the azide functional group, appropriate safety measures for handling energetic materials should be observed.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.