Description

3-Ethyl-2-Methylbenzoic Acid is a versatile aromatic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a sterically hindered benzoic acid scaffold, enabling the development of compounds with tailored physical and chemical properties. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to create novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing modern herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific steric and electronic profiles.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Used in the production of monomers for advanced polymers and as a component in liquid crystal mixtures for display technologies.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D, facilitating studies in catalysis, material science, and novel compound library generation.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and pigments, contributing to color fastness and stability.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential precursor for synthesizing specific aromatic compounds used in high-value fragrance formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Ethyl-2-Methylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	55262-16-3
Molecular Formula	C10H12O2
Molecular Weight	164.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-3-ethylbenzoic acid; 3-Ethyl-o-toluic acid; 2-Methyl-3-ethylbenzenecarboxylic acid; Benzoic acid, 3-ethyl-2-methyl-; 3-Ethyl-2-methylbenzenecarboxylic acid; 2,3-Dimethylbenzoic acid, 3-ethyl homologue
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Quality Control

Our 3-Ethyl-2-Methylbenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at 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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	105°C - 110°C
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.