Description

4-Hydroxy-2,3-Dimethyl-Benzoic Acid is a substituted benzoic acid derivative that serves as a versatile synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of its functional groups, enabling its use in the synthesis of complex molecules, including active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty fine chemicals. This compound is primarily needed by research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and fine chemical producers seeking a high-purity building block for their synthesis workflows.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used in the production of complex organic molecules for agrochemicals, dyes, and pigments.
• Research & Development: Serves as a crucial starting material or intermediate in academic and industrial organic chemistry research.
• Ligand and Chelator Precursor: The phenolic and carboxylic acid groups make it a candidate for developing metal-chelating agents.
• Polymer Modification: Can be incorporated into polymer chains to introduce specific functional properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-2,3-Dimethyl-Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	6021-31-4
Molecular Formula	C9H10O3
Molecular Weight	166.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dimethyl-4-hydroxybenzoic acid; 4-Hydroxy-2,3-dimethylbenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-hydroxy-2,3-dimethyl-; 2,3-Dimethyl-4-hydroxybenzoic acid; 4-Hydroxy-2,3-dimethyl-benzoic acid; 2,3-Dimethyl-4-hydroxy-benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxy-2,3-Dimethyl-Benzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and synthesis applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

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