Description

3-Methoxybenzamide is a versatile organic intermediate and building block of significant importance in fine chemical synthesis. Its methoxy-substituted benzamide structure makes it a valuable precursor for the development of more complex molecules in research and industrial applications. This compound is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting neurological and metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed reactions and coordination chemistry.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and novel molecular architectures.
• Material Science Precursor: Can be utilized in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials with specific functional properties.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-Methoxybenzamide
CAS No.	5813-86-5
Molecular Formula	C8H9NO2
Molecular Weight	151.16 g/mol
Synonyms	m-Methoxybenzamide; 3-Methoxybenzenecarboxamide; Benzamide, 3-methoxy-; m-Anisamide; 3-Methoxybenzoylamide; 3-Methoxybenzene-1-carboxamide; 3-Methoxybenzamide (m-Anisamide); 3-Methoxybenzamide (CAS 5813-86-5)
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Quality Control

Our 3-Methoxybenzamide is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We adhere to cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practice) guidelines where applicable, and our quality management system is designed to meet the rigorous demands of the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	125 - 129 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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