Description

Benzenehexacarboxylic Acid Hexamethyl Ester is a high-purity organic compound, specifically the hexamethyl ester derivative of mellitic acid. This specialty chemical serves as a critical synthetic intermediate and building block for advanced materials. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, polymer, and specialty chemical industries who require a reliable source of high-purity, functionalized aromatic esters for complex synthesis and material development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring a highly functionalized aromatic core.
• Polymer & Resin Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for the production of high-performance polyesters, polyamides, and thermosetting resins.
• Ligand & Chelating Agent Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating sophisticated polydentate ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Provides a versatile, multi-ester functionalized benzene ring for constructing complex organic architectures in research and development.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel organic electronic materials, dendrimers, and hyperbranched polymers.
• Analytical Chemistry Standard: Utilized as a reference standard or calibration compound in chromatographic and spectroscopic analyses.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenehexacarboxylic Acid Hexamethyl Ester
CAS No.	6237-59-8
Molecular Formula	C18H18O12
Molecular Weight	426.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexamethyl Benzene-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexacarboxylate; Mellitic Acid Hexamethyl Ester; Benzene-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexacarboxylic Acid Hexamethyl Ester; Hexamethyl Mellitate; 1,2,3,4,5,6-Benzenhexacarboxylic Acid Hexamethyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzenehexacarboxylic Acid Hexamethyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong alkalis and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
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.