Description

4-Methoxy-6-[2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)Ethyl]Salicylic Acid is a specialized salicylic acid derivative with a unique methoxy-substituted biphenyl structure. This compound is valued as a versatile synthetic intermediate in the production of advanced pharmaceutical and fine chemical products. It is primarily required by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in anti-inflammatory and analgesic research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced crop protection agents and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for complex organic molecules used in dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial research for studying enzyme inhibition and receptor binding activities.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or additive in the development of specialty polymers with specific optical or thermal properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methoxy-6-[2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)Ethyl]Salicylic Acid
CAS No.	72578-97-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₈O₅
Molecular Weight	302.32 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methoxy-6-[2-(4-methoxyphenyl)ethyl]-2-hydroxybenzoic acid; 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxy-6-[2-(4-methoxyphenyl)ethyl]benzoic acid; 6-(4-Methoxyphenethyl)-4-methoxysalicylic acid; 4-Methoxy-6-(4-methoxyphenethyl)salicylic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-4-methoxy-6-[2-(4-methoxyphenyl)ethyl]-; 72578-97-3; 4-Methoxy-6-(2-(4-methoxyphenyl)ethyl)salicylic Acid
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Quality Control

Our production of 4-Methoxy-6-[2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)Ethyl]Salicylic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption, which may affect stability and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any single impurity ≤ 0.5%

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