Description

2-Hydroxy-3,4-Dimethyl-Benzoic Acid is a substituted benzoic acid derivative that serves as a versatile synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both phenolic and carboxylic acid functional groups, makes it valuable for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for research, development, and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a substituted salicylic acid core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its structure imparts specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation.
• Polymer and Resin Modifier: Incorporated into polymer chains to introduce carboxylic acid functionality, affecting solubility, adhesion, and cross-linking properties.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the manufacture of complex organic dyes and colorants, contributing to chromophore development.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxy-3,4-Dimethyl-Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	58138-74-2
Molecular Formula	C9H10O3
Molecular Weight	166.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Dimethylsalicylic Acid; 2-Hydroxy-3,4-dimethylbenzoic Acid; 3,4-Dimethyl-2-hydroxybenzoic Acid; 3,4-Xylenol-2-carboxylic Acid; 2-Carboxy-3,4-dimethylphenol; 3,4-Dimethyl-2-carboxyphenol; Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-3,4-dimethyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxy-3,4-Dimethyl-Benzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are available for every shipment. We can supply material meeting various purity grades, including technical and high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis.

Storage

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

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%

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