Description

Diethyl 2-Hydroxybenzene-1,4-Dicarboxylate is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, which allows it to act as a key intermediate in the production of complex molecules. This product is essential for research and manufacturing in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where precise molecular construction is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with complex aromatic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacturing of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific phenolic ester functionalities.
• Dye and Pigment Production: Serves as an intermediate for creating specialized colorants and optical brighteners.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polyesters and resins with enhanced properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for constructing complex organic molecules, including natural product analogs.
• Liquid Crystal and Electronic Material Precursor: Used in the synthesis of advanced materials for display and semiconductor applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diethyl 2-Hydroxybenzene-1,4-Dicarboxylate
CAS No.	74744-72-2
Molecular Formula	C12H14O5
Molecular Weight	238.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Diethyl 2,5-dihydroxyterephthalate; 2,5-Dihydroxyterephthalic Acid Diethyl Ester; Diethyl 2,5-dihydroxy-1,4-benzenedicarboxylate; Ethyl 2,5-dihydroxyterephthalate; 1,4-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, 2,5-dihydroxy-, diethyl ester; 2-Hydroxy-1,4-benzenedicarboxylic acid diethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Diethyl 2-Hydroxybenzene-1,4-Dicarboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The compound is light-sensitive and should be stored away from direct light exposure.

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	≤ 10 ppm

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