Description

Benzoic Acid, 3-(Chloromethyl)-2,4,6-Trimethyl- is a specialized aromatic carboxylic acid derivative characterized by its chloromethyl and trimethyl substituents, offering a unique combination of reactivity and steric properties. This compound serves as a valuable multifunctional synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in creating sterically hindered benzoic acid derivatives for protease inhibitors or receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the chloromethyl group allows for further functionalization.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands for metal catalysis or organocatalysts due to its modifiable carboxylic acid and benzyl chloride functionalities.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polymers with specific thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) where precise steric control is required.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the multistep synthesis of dyes, pigments, and advanced organic compounds for high-value applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 3-(Chloromethyl)-2,4,6-Trimethyl-
CAS No.	52411-49-1
Molecular Formula	C11H13ClO2
Molecular Weight	212.67 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4,6-Trimethyl-3-(chloromethyl)benzoic Acid; 3-(Chloromethyl)-2,4,6-trimethylbenzoic Acid; Mesitylenecarboxylic Acid, 3-(chloromethyl)-; 3-Chloromethyl-2,4,6-trimethylbenzoic Acid; 2,4,6-Trimethyl-3-chloromethylbenzoic Acid; 52411-49-1; Benzoic acid, 3-(chloromethyl)-2,4,6-trimethyl-
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Quality Control

Our production of Benzoic Acid, 3-(Chloromethyl)-2,4,6-Trimethyl- adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for critical synthetic applications. All materials undergo comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting key specifications. We support cGMP and ISO 9001 compliant manufacturing for pharmaceutical customers.

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 strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition. The compound may be moisture-sensitive; keep container tightly sealed when not in use.

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

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