Description

6-Methoxy-1,3-Benzodioxole-5-Carboxylic Acid is a versatile and high-purity organic intermediate with significant synthetic utility. This compound is valued for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers requiring a reliable and consistent source of this specialized benzo-fused heterocyclic acid.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with benzodioxole or methoxybenzene pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, where its structural motif can contribute to biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile starting material for constructing more complex heterocyclic compounds, natural product analogs, and specialty chemicals in research laboratories.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for the synthesis of certain aroma chemicals and synthetic flavoring agents due to its oxygenated aromatic structure.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or functional component in the development of novel polymers and advanced organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Methoxy-1,3-Benzodioxole-5-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	7168-93-6
Molecular Formula	C9H8O5
Molecular Weight	196.16 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Carboxy-6-methoxy-1,3-benzodioxole; 6-Methoxy-1,3-benzodioxole-5-carboxylic acid; Piperonylic acid, 6-methoxy-; Sesamol carboxylic acid; 6-Methoxypiperonylic acid; 5-Methoxycarbonyl-6-hydroxy-1,3-benzodioxole (tautomer); Contact for additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Our production of 6-Methoxy-1,3-Benzodioxole-5-Carboxylic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The material is characterized and released according to comprehensive in-house specifications, which are aligned with cGMP principles where applicable. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each batch 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

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	≤ 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.