Description

Methyl 2,3,5-Trichloro-4-Methylbenzoate is a halogenated aromatic ester that serves as a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its precise molecular structure, featuring multiple chlorine substituents, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring halogenated aromatic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the trichloromethylbenzoate moiety is essential for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or modifying agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable building block for medicinal chemistry, process chemistry, and exploring novel organic reactions in academic and industrial labs.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals requiring specific halogenated intermediates.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2,3,5-Trichloro-4-Methylbenzoate
CAS No.	89978-34-7
Molecular Formula	C9H7Cl3O2
Molecular Weight	263.51 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2,3,5-Trichloro-p-toluate; 4-Methyl-2,3,5-trichlorobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 2,3,5-trichloro-4-methyl-, methyl ester; Methyl 2,3,5-Trichloro-4-methylbenzenecarboxylate; 2,3,5-Trichloro-4-methylbenzoic Acid Methyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2,3,5-Trichloro-4-Methylbenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, which includes data from GC, HPLC, and NMR analyses. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your critical synthesis workflows.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be opaque or stored in darkness.

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	≤ 20 ppm

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