Description

2-Methyl-6-Nitrobenzoicacid is a specialized nitro-substituted benzoic acid derivative, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in providing a functionalized aromatic scaffold that enables the construction of complex molecules for high-value applications. This compound is primarily needed by research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, and agrochemical manufacturers engaged in the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a substituted benzoic acid moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where the nitro and carboxylic acid groups are essential for bioactivity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a precursor in the development of azo dyes and other complex colorants, leveraging its aromatic nitro functionality.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of novel organic polymers, liquid crystals, or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) due to its bifunctional reactivity.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile starting material or intermediate in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating specialized chemical libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-6-Nitrobenzoicacid
CAS No.	513506-76-8
Molecular Formula	C8H7NO4
Molecular Weight	181.15 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Nitro-o-toluic Acid; 2-Methyl-6-nitrobenzoic Acid; 6-Nitro-2-methylbenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2-methyl-6-nitro-; o-Toluic acid, 6-nitro-; 2-Methyl-6-nitro-benzoesäure (German); Acide 2-methyl-6-nitrobenzoïque (French)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-6-Nitrobenzoicacid is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including purity assay and impurity profiling by HPLC, to meet exacting customer requirements. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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 heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow 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

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