Description

3-Chloro-4-Methoxycinnamic Acid 97 is a high-purity cinnamic acid derivative serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in providing a versatile halogenated aromatic scaffold for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors, where precise chemical building blocks are required for innovation and process development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in drug discovery programs targeting inflammation and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation herbicides and plant growth regulators, leveraging its halogen and methoxy substituents.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials due to its conjugated system and functional group versatility.
• Organic Synthesis & Chemical Research: A versatile reagent for cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Heck reactions, and for introducing the cinnamic acid moiety into larger molecular architectures.
• UV Absorber & Polymer Additive Development: Investigated for creating novel ultraviolet light stabilizers and functional monomers for specialty polymer coatings.
• Flavor & Fragrance Intermediate: Used in the controlled synthesis of complex aromatic compounds for high-value fragrance and flavor applications.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-Chloro-4-Methoxycinnamic Acid 97
CAS No.	58236-76-3
Molecular Formula	C10H9ClO3
Molecular Weight	212.63 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-3-(3-Chloro-4-methoxyphenyl)acrylic acid; 3-Chloro-4-methoxycinnamic acid; trans-3-Chloro-4-methoxycinnamic acid; 3-Chloro-4-methoxybenzeneacrylic acid; (2E)-3-(3-Chloro-4-methoxyphenyl)-2-propenoic acid; 3-Chloro-4-methoxycinnamate; 3-Cl-4-MeO-Cinnamic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Chloro-4-Methoxycinnamic Acid 97 is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and available upon request, supporting compliance with cGMP and ISO 9001 standards for research and industrial use.

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 strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources. The product is light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.