Description

4-Cyano-3,5-Dimethylbenzoic Acid is a versatile aromatic carboxylic acid derivative characterized by its cyano and methyl substituents, making it a valuable synthon in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is essential for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty agrochemicals. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for its role as a key intermediate.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for creating molecules with specific steric and electronic properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the benzoic acid scaffold is functional.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Polymer and Material Science: Incorporated into monomers for high-performance polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating custom chemical libraries.
• Dyestuff and Pigment Intermediate: Functions as an intermediate in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments requiring a substituted benzoic acid core.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Cyano-3,5-Dimethylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	90924-01-9
Molecular Formula	C10H9NO2
Molecular Weight	175.18 g/mol
Synonyms	3,5-Dimethyl-4-cyanobenzoic Acid; 4-Cyano-3,5-dimethylbenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-cyano-3,5-dimethyl-; 4-Carboxy-2,6-dimethylbenzonitrile; 2,6-Dimethyl-4-cyanobenzoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 4-Cyano-3,5-Dimethylbenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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 must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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