Description

2-(2-Formyl-5-Methoxyphenoxy)Acetic Acid is a high-purity organic building block and pharmaceutical intermediate of significant commercial interest. This compound is valued for its unique bifunctional structure, featuring both a formyl (aldehyde) and a carboxylic acid group on a methoxyphenoxy backbone, enabling its use in sophisticated synthetic pathways. It is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer chains to alter physical or chemical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in multi-step organic reactions, including condensation and cyclization processes, to construct heterocyclic compounds.
• Chemical Research (R&D): Essential for academic and industrial research exploring new chemical entities and reaction methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Formyl-5-Methoxyphenoxy)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	856357-86-3
Molecular Formula	C10H10O5
Molecular Weight	210.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Formyl-5-methoxyphenoxy)acetic acid; 5-Methoxysalicylaldehyde O-acetic acid; (2-Formyl-5-methoxyphenoxy)acetic acid; Acetic acid, 2-(2-formyl-5-methoxyphenoxy)-; 2-Carboxymethoxy-4-methoxybenzaldehyde; 4-Methoxy-2-(carboxymethoxy)benzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(2-Formyl-5-Methoxyphenoxy)Acetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and production. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting batch-specific results are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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