Description

3-Hydroxyphenyl 3-Methoxybenzoate is a high-purity organic ester compound with the CAS registry number 723261-61-8. This specialty chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and functional additive, valued for its specific phenolic and benzoate structure. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material synthesis sectors for research, development, and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or additive in the development of specialty polymers and liquid crystal materials.
• UV Absorber & Stabilizer Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing compounds used in coatings and plastics to enhance light stability.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D laboratories exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.
• Flavor & Fragrance Intermediate: Employed in the controlled synthesis of specific aromatic compounds for specialty applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxyphenyl 3-Methoxybenzoate
CAS No.	723261-61-8
Molecular Formula	C14H12O4
Molecular Weight	244.24 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxyphenyl 3-Methoxybenzoate; 3-Methoxybenzoic Acid 3-Hydroxyphenyl Ester; (3-Hydroxyphenyl) 3-Methoxybenzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-methoxy-, 3-hydroxyphenyl ester; m-Methoxybenzoic acid m-hydroxyphenyl ester; 3-Methoxybenzoyl resorcinol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. We offer various purity grades, including standard and high-purity (>98%) material, tailored to specific application requirements. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request for every batch, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

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 (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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