Description

2-Dimethylaminomethyl-Benzoic Acid is a versatile organic compound featuring both a carboxylic acid and a tertiary amine functional group, making it a valuable building block in synthetic chemistry. This bifunctional nature is critical for creating complex molecules with tailored properties, particularly in the pharmaceutical sector. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists and manufacturers in the fine chemical and pharmaceutical industries for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring a benzoic acid derivative with a basic side chain.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used in the preparation of chelating ligands for catalysis and metal complexation studies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent for creating specialty polymers with amine and acid functionalities.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development and synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of certain complex dyes and organic pigments.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Useful for linking molecules via its carboxylic acid group, with the dimethylaminomethyl group offering further modification sites.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Dimethylaminomethyl-Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	55741-01-0
Molecular Formula	C10H13NO2
Molecular Weight	179.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-((Dimethylamino)methyl)benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-((dimethylamino)methyl)-; o-(Dimethylaminomethyl)benzoic acid; 2-(Dimethylaminomethyl)benzoic acid; N,N-Dimethylanthranilic acid methylene derivative; DMAMBA
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Quality Control

Our 2-Dimethylaminomethyl-Benzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, IR for identification, and residual solvent analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
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.