Description

2,3-Dimethoxyterephthalic Acid is a high-purity aromatic dicarboxylic acid derivative, distinguished by its methoxy-substituted terephthalate structure. This compound serves as a critical advanced intermediate and building block for the synthesis of complex organic molecules, offering precise functionalization for demanding chemical processes. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in developing novel drug candidates with specific stereochemistry.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring a functionalized aromatic core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating sophisticated chelating ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: Enables the production of high-performance polyamides, polyesters, and liquid crystal polymers with enhanced thermal and mechanical properties.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a component in the synthesis of organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials for optoelectronic devices.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for creating complex chromophores with specific color and stability characteristics.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dimethoxyterephthalic Acid
CAS No.	7168-95-8
Molecular Formula	C10H10O6
Molecular Weight	226.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dimethoxybenzene-1,4-dicarboxylic acid; Terephthalic acid, 2,3-dimethoxy-; 1,4-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, 2,3-dimethoxy-; 2,3-Dimethoxy-1,4-benzenedicarboxylic acid; 2,3-Dimethoxyterephthalate; DMTA
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Quality Control

Our 2,3-Dimethoxyterephthalic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to 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 (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.