Description

2,6-Dimethoxy Phenol is a versatile aromatic organic compound featuring two methoxy substituents on the phenol ring. This structural motif makes it a valuable key intermediate and building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing. It is primarily sought after by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for its reactivity and functional properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including certain analgesics and cardiovascular drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Serves as a monomer or additive in the production of specialty phenolic resins and high-performance polymers to alter thermal or mechanical properties.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and pigments.
• Antioxidant Research: Studied for its potential antioxidant properties in material science and stabilizer formulations.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in organic synthesis for constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Dimethoxy Phenol
CAS No.	91-01-1
Molecular Formula	C8H10O3
Molecular Weight	154.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Dimethoxyphenol; 1-Hydroxy-2,6-dimethoxybenzene; Pyrogallol 1,3-dimethyl ether; 2,6-Dimethoxy-1-hydroxybenzene; Syringol; 2,6-DMP
EINECS	202-036-1

Quality Control

Our 2,6-Dimethoxy Phenol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC and GC analysis, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	54 - 58 °C
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.