Description

Methyl 3-Allyl-2,4-Dihydroxybenzoate is a specialized organic ester compound featuring both phenolic and allylic functional groups, making it a versatile synthetic intermediate. Its molecular structure is of significant interest for the development of novel chemical entities, particularly in fine chemical synthesis and material science. This product is primarily utilized by research and development chemists, as well as production specialists, in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced polymer industries seeking to incorporate unique functional moieties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring phenolic or allyl ether functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its specific substitution pattern can influence biological activity.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty resins, coatings, and polymers, leveraging its polymerizable allyl group.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex organic molecules for fragrances, dyes, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including studies on allylation, esterification, and protection/deprotection chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Allyl-2,4-Dihydroxybenzoate
CAS No.	79557-59-8
Molecular Formula	C11H12O4
Molecular Weight	208.21 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Allyl-2,4-dihydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-allyl-2,4-dihydroxybenzoate; 2,4-Dihydroxy-3-allylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Benzoic acid, 3-allyl-2,4-dihydroxy-, methyl ester; Methyl 3-(2-propenyl)-2,4-dihydroxybenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 3-Allyl-2,4-Dihydroxybenzoate adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your synthetic processes. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature and propensity to be easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere), prolonged exposure to air, light, or elevated temperatures should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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