Description

Ethyl 2-Amino-6-Methylbenzoate is a versatile benzoate ester derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its amino and ester functional groups, which make it a key intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with benzamide or quinazoline cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for certain azo dyes and specialty colorants.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: A potential intermediate in the synthesis of electron-transport or host materials for electronic applications.
• Ligand Synthesis for Catalysis: Used to prepare specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed coupling reactions.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: Employed in methodological development and novel compound library synthesis for drug discovery.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Amino-6-Methylbenzoate
CAS No.	90259-52-2
Molecular Formula	C10H13NO2
Molecular Weight	179.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-6-methylbenzoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-amino-6-methylbenzoate; Ethyl 6-methylanthranilate; Benzoic acid, 2-amino-6-methyl-, ethyl ester; 6-Methylanthranilic acid ethyl ester; 2-Amino-6-methyl-benzoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-amino-6-methyl-benzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Amino-6-Methylbenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical characteristics, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from direct light sources to maintain stability and purity.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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