Description

5-Chloro-2-Methoxy-3-Methylbenzoic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically valuable benzoic acid derivative characterized by its specific chloro, methoxy, and methyl substituents. This compound serves as a critical pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the development of novel active ingredients. It is primarily required by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for creating complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a substituted benzoic acid core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic systems and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Utilized in medicinal chemistry programs and process development for scale-up synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-2-Methoxy-3-Methylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	653569-18-7
Molecular Formula	C9H9ClO3
Molecular Weight	200.62 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-5-chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid; 5-Chloro-2-methoxy-3-methylbenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 5-chloro-2-methoxy-3-methyl-; 2-Methoxy-5-chloro-3-methylbenzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 5-Chloro-2-Methoxy-3-Methylbenzoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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