Description

Methyl 6-Cyano-3-Methoxy-2-Methylbenzoate is a high-purity, multi-functional benzoate ester derivative serving as a critical synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which incorporates cyano and methoxy functional groups, enabling precise chemical transformations in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to build complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with benzofuran or benzopyran cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal display (LCD) components.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the production of specialized dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex organic molecules via reactions like Suzuki coupling or nucleophilic aromatic substitution.
• Polymer Modifier: Acts as a monomer or functional additive in the synthesis of specialty polymers with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 6-Cyano-3-Methoxy-2-Methylbenzoate
CAS No.	55289-18-4
Molecular Formula	C11H11NO3
Molecular Weight	205.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-6-cyano-3-methoxybenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-methyl-6-cyano-3-methoxybenzoate; 6-Cyano-3-methoxy-2-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Benzoic acid, 6-cyano-3-methoxy-2-methyl-, methyl ester; 3-Methoxy-2-methyl-6-cyanobenzoic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 6-Cyano-3-Methoxy-2-Methylbenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for use in regulated synthesis applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.0%

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