Description

2,6-Dimethoxyphenylacetate is a specialized organic ester compound with the CAS registry number 944-99-0. This chemical serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its dimethoxy-substituted aromatic structure. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a dimethoxyphenyl moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and specialty performance chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for methodological studies and the development of novel synthetic routes.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized as a starting material for creating sophisticated ligands used in catalytic processes.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Acts as a potential intermediate for synthesizing complex aromatic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Dimethoxyphenylacetate
CAS No.	944-99-0
Molecular Formula	C10H12O4
Molecular Weight	196.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Dimethoxyphenylacetic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 2,6-Dimethoxyphenylacetate; 2,6-Dimethoxyphenylacetic Acid, Methyl Ester; (2,6-Dimethoxyphenyl)acetic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl (2,6-Dimethoxyphenyl)acetate; Acetic Acid, (2,6-Dimethoxyphenyl)-, Methyl Ester; 944-99-0; NSC 403697
EINECS	213-404-5

Quality Control

Our 2,6-Dimethoxyphenylacetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods and purity determination by chromatographic techniques, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
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.