Description

2-tert-Butyl-1,3-Dioxo-2,3-Dihydro-1 H-Isoindole-5-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, versatile isoindole-1,3-dione derivative, also known as a phthalimide analog, valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate. Its primary commercial importance lies in enabling the precise construction of complex molecular architectures, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and crop protection industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its heterocyclic core.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Acts as a precursor for electron-transporting or host materials in the manufacture of advanced display and lighting technologies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or modifying agent to introduce specific functional groups into polymers, enhancing thermal stability or optical properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for methodology development and exploring new reactions in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized colorants and pigments due to its conjugated structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-tert-Butyl-1,3-Dioxo-2,3-Dihydro-1 H-Isoindole-5-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	57151-82-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₃NO₄
Molecular Weight	247.25 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Carboxy-2-tert-butylisoindole-1,3-dione; 2-(tert-Butyl)-1,3-dioxoisoindoline-5-carboxylic acid; 2-tert-Butyl-1H-isoindole-1,3(2H)-dione-5-carboxylic acid; 2-tert-Butyl-5-carboxyphthalimide; 2-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-1,3-dihydro-1,3-dioxo-5-isoindolecarboxylic acid; N-tert-Butyl-5-carboxyphthalimide; 5-Carboxy-N-tert-butylphthalimide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-tert-Butyl-1,3-Dioxo-2,3-Dihydro-1 H-Isoindole-5-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and strong oxidizing agents.

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	< 20 ppm
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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