Description

2,4-Dimethoxy-Benzeneacetic Acid Methyl Ester is a versatile aromatic ester building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized dimethoxybenzene core, which serves as a key intermediate for constructing complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for applications such as active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) synthesis and specialty material development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring a dimethoxyphenyl moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed reactions.
• Flavor and Fragrance Chemistry: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing specific aromatic compounds used in these industries.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and the discovery of new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dimethoxy-Benzeneacetic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	55954-25-1
Molecular Formula	C11H14O4
Molecular Weight	210.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-(2,4-dimethoxyphenyl)acetate; 2,4-Dimethoxyphenylacetic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl (2,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)acetate; 2,4-Dimethoxybenzeneacetic Acid Methyl Ester; (2,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)acetic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 2,4-Dimethoxyphenylacetate; 55954-25-1; Methyl α-(2,4-dimethoxyphenyl)acetate
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Quality Control

Our 2,4-Dimethoxy-Benzeneacetic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment.

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 oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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