Description

2-Amino-5-Methoxybenzoic Acid is a versatile aromatic amino acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both an amino and a carboxylic acid group on a methoxy-substituted benzene ring, makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in drug discovery, crop protection, and the development of functional dyes and pigments.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with analgesic, anti-inflammatory, or central nervous system activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its structural motif for bioactivity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for azo dyes, pigments, and other colorants due to its diazotizable amino group.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent: The carboxylic acid and amino groups allow it to act as a ligand for metal ions in catalytic systems or analytical chemistry.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new chemical entities and novel synthetic pathways.
• Fine Chemical Production: A building block for various specialty chemicals, including UV absorbers, photographic chemicals, and polymer modifiers.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-5-Methoxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	6705-03-9
Molecular Formula	C8H9NO3
Molecular Weight	167.16 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methoxyanthranilic Acid; 2-Amino-5-methoxybenzoic acid; 5-Methoxy-2-aminobenzoic Acid; 5-Methoxyanthranilic Acid; 2-Amino-5-anisic Acid; 5-Methoxy-2-aminobenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-amino-5-methoxy-; 5-Methoxyanthranilsäure (German)
EINECS	229-758-7

Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-5-Methoxybenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for synthesis and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation and to minimize degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%, Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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