Description

3,6-Dichloro-2-Methoxy-Benzoic Acid, 2-(Phosphonomethylamino)Acetic Acid is a specialized organic compound that serves as a key synthetic intermediate and ligand precursor. This chemical is valued for its unique molecular architecture, combining a substituted benzoic acid moiety with a phosphonomethylamino acetic acid group, enabling its use in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and complexing agents.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A critical building block in the synthesis of novel herbicides and plant growth regulators, leveraging its halogenated aromatic structure.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a precursor for developing potential drug candidates, especially those targeting enzyme inhibition or requiring metal chelation.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized phosphonate-containing ligands used in catalysis and metal ion sequestration.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in organic synthesis for constructing complex molecules due to its reactive carboxylic acid and phosphonate functional groups.
• Coordination Chemistry: Useful in the preparation of metal-organic complexes and frameworks (MOFs) for research applications.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	3,6-Dichloro-2-Methoxy-Benzoic Acid, 2-(Phosphonomethylamino)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	76364-42-6
Molecular Formula	C11H12Cl2NO7P
Molecular Weight	372.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(Phosphonomethyl)amino]acetic acid, 3,6-dichloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid derivative; Glyphosate intermediate derivative; N-(Phosphonomethyl)glycine, 3,6-dichloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid ester; BA 76364-42-6; 2-Methoxy-3,6-dichlorobenzoic acid (phosphonomethylamino)acetate
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Quality Control

Our production of 3,6-Dichloro-2-Methoxy-Benzoic Acid, 2-(Phosphonomethylamino)Acetic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request to ensure compliance with your specific research or manufacturing requirements.

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 such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled in accordance with good laboratory practices.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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