Description

Methyl 2,4-Dichloro-6-Methylbenzoate is a high-purity, synthetically valuable benzoate ester derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in providing a functionalized aromatic scaffold with precise substitution patterns, enabling the development of complex molecules with targeted properties. This intermediate is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to construct active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a dichlorinated benzoate core structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its halogenated aromatic system.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials where specific aromatic esters are required.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Serves as a substrate or ligand precursor in catalytic reactions and methodological studies in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for manufacturing dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals that incorporate substituted benzoate motifs.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Methyl 2,4-Dichloro-6-Methylbenzoate
CAS No.	877151-39-8
Molecular Formula	C9H8Cl2O2
Molecular Weight	219.06 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dichloro-6-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2,4-dichloro-6-methylbenzoate; Benzoic acid, 2,4-dichloro-6-methyl-, methyl ester; 6-Methyl-2,4-dichlorobenzoic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 2,4-Dichloro-6-Methylbenzoate adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and structural confirmation, to ensure consistency and meet exacting customer specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all critical parameters is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

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.