Description

2-Methoxy-6-(8-Pentadecenyl)Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is a specialized organic ester compound characterized by its unique methoxy-substituted benzoic acid core linked to a long-chain unsaturated alkenyl group. This molecular structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced chemical research and development. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring specific lipophilicity and functional group compatibility.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring specific lipid-solubility profiles.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a key building block in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & Advanced Material Precursor: Acts as a potential intermediate in the synthesis of organic compounds for electronic displays and specialty polymers.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Utilized as a synthetic intermediate for creating complex aromatic esters with specific olfactory properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Process Chemistry: Employed as a versatile reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex molecular architectures.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in related chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methoxy-6-(8-Pentadecenyl)Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	56554-66-6
Molecular Formula	C24H38O3
Molecular Weight	374.56 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-Methoxy-6-(8-pentadecenyl)benzoate; Benzoic acid, 2-methoxy-6-(8-pentadecenyl)-, methyl ester; 6-(8-Pentadecenyl)-2-methoxybenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl O-methylsalicylic acid C15-alkenyl derivative
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-Methoxy-6-(8-Pentadecenyl)Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your R&D and scale-up processes. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%

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