Description

2-Hydroxyphenoxyacetic Acid is a versatile phenolic acid derivative with significant utility in organic synthesis and industrial applications. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a phenolic hydroxyl and a carboxylic acid group, makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing more complex molecules. This compound is particularly relevant for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-purity building blocks for research and production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a phenoxyacetic acid backbone.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, plant growth regulators, and other crop protection agents.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or modifying agent for creating specialty polymers with specific functional properties.
• Chemical Research: Employed as a standard or reagent in organic chemistry laboratories for method development and novel compound synthesis.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of certain complex dyes and organic pigments.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: A potential building block for advanced materials used in display technologies and electronics.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxyphenoxyacetic Acid
CAS No.	6324-11-4
Molecular Formula	C8H8O4
Molecular Weight	168.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Hydroxyphenoxy)acetic Acid; o-Hydroxyphenoxyacetic Acid; (2-Hydroxyphenoxy)ethanoic Acid; Salicyl Alcohol Glycidyl Ether Acetic Acid Adduct; Guaiacol Glycidyl Ether Acetic Acid Adduct; Phenol, 2-(carboxymethoxy)-; EINECS 228-677-7
EINECS	228-677-7

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxyphenoxyacetic Acid is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets exacting standards for industrial and research use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at ambient 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	140 - 144 °C
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.