Description

2'-Methyl-[1,1'-Biphenyl]-2-Carboxylic Acid is a specialized biphenyl derivative carboxylic acid, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique steric and electronic properties, which are essential for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) in asymmetric catalysis.
• Material Science: Employed in the research and development of liquid crystals, organic semiconductors, and polymers.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling and cyclization reactions.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2'-Methyl-[1,1'-Biphenyl]-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	7111-77-5
Molecular Formula	C14H12O2
Molecular Weight	212.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2'-Methylbiphenyl-2-carboxylic Acid; 2-(2-Methylphenyl)benzoic Acid; o-Tolyl-2-benzoic Acid; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-2-carboxylic Acid, 2'-Methyl-; 2-Carboxy-2'-methylbiphenyl; 2-(o-Tolyl)benzoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2'-Methyl-[1,1'-Biphenyl]-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory 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 acids and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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