Description

4-Hydroxy-3-(3-Methoxybenzoyl)Benzoic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring a benzophenone core structure with distinct hydroxyl and methoxy substituents. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules, particularly in advanced material and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical sectors for its utility as a key building block.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those with benzophenone-based structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functional component in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a standard or starting material in organic synthesis for creating libraries of novel compounds.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a building block for synthesizing complex organic dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-3-(3-Methoxybenzoyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	68595-45-9
Molecular Formula	C15H12O5
Molecular Weight	272.25 g/mol
Synonyms	3'-Methoxy-2,4-dihydroxybenzophenone-5-carboxylic Acid; 3-(3-Methoxybenzoyl)-4-hydroxybenzoic Acid; 4-Hydroxy-3-(3-methoxybenzoyl)benzoic acid; 2,4-Dihydroxy-3-(3-methoxybenzoyl)benzoic Acid; 5-Carboxy-2,4-dihydroxy-3-(3-methoxybenzoyl)benzophenone; Benzoic acid, 4-hydroxy-3-(3-methoxybenzoyl)-
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Quality Control

Our production of 4-Hydroxy-3-(3-Methoxybenzoyl)Benzoic Acid adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment 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 controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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