Description

m-Toluic Acid CAS NO 99-04-7 is a versatile aromatic carboxylic acid derivative of toluene, serving as a critical building block in organic synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a key intermediate for producing high-value fine chemicals, agrochemicals, and pharmaceuticals. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Dye and Pigment Production: Serves as an intermediate for synthesizing organic dyes, pigments, and colorants.
• Polymer Additives: Employed in the production of plasticizers, stabilizers, and other polymer modifiers.
• Organic Synthesis: A valuable reagent for introducing the meta-toluoyl group in complex molecule construction.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D for method development and novel compound synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	m-Toluic Acid
CAS No.	99-04-7
Molecular Formula	C8H8O2
Molecular Weight	136.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methylbenzoic Acid; meta-Toluic Acid; 3-Toluic Acid; m-Methylbenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 3-methyl-; NSC 403697; Toluic acid, m-; Kyselina m-methylbenzoova
EINECS	202-723-9

Quality Control

Our m-Toluic Acid is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive quality documentation, including detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each lot, verifying parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, supporting its use in regulated industries.

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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Melting Point	108°C - 112°C
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.