Description

2-(2,4-Diaminophenyl)Acetic Acid is a versatile aromatic diamine derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both amino and carboxylic acid groups, enables its use in the creation of complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and specialty chemical industries, particularly for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), dyes, and high-performance polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those targeting central nervous system disorders.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a crucial monomer for producing azo dyes and high-performance pigments, contributing to color fastness and stability.
• Polymer Chemistry: Used in the production of specialty polyamides, polyimides, and epoxy curing agents, enhancing thermal and mechanical properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a versatile scaffold in medicinal chemistry and material science for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Ligand Synthesis: Useful for creating chelating agents and ligands used in catalysis and metal ion sequestration processes.
• Photographic Chemicals: Can be utilized in the synthesis of compounds for specialized photographic and imaging applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2,4-Diaminophenyl)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	79637-84-6
Molecular Formula	C8H10N2O2
Molecular Weight	166.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Diaminophenylacetic Acid; (2,4-Diaminophenyl)acetic Acid; 2-(2,4-Diamino-phenyl)-acetic Acid; 2,4-Diaminobenzeneacetic Acid; 79637-84-6; Acetic acid, 2-(2,4-diaminophenyl)-; 2,4-Diamino-α-toluic Acid (obsolete)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(2,4-Diaminophenyl)Acetic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, and our quality control includes rigorous identity, purity, and impurity profile testing using advanced analytical techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to brown powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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