Description

Methyl 3-Formyl-2-Methoxybenzoate is a high-purity aromatic ester derivative, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic combination of formyl and methoxy functional groups on the benzoate scaffold, enabling precise chemical modifications. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for constructing complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules with benzofuran or benzopyran cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and advanced organic materials.
• Academic & R&D: Serves as a starting material in medicinal chemistry research and process optimization studies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful for constructing complex chelating agents and organocatalysts.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing certain aromatic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Formyl-2-Methoxybenzoate
CAS No.	91715-56-9
Molecular Formula	C10H10O4
Molecular Weight	194.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methoxy-3-formylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-methoxy-3-formylbenzoate; 3-Formyl-2-methoxybenzoic acid methyl ester; Benzoic acid, 3-formyl-2-methoxy-, methyl ester; Methyl 3-carbaldehyde-2-methoxybenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-Formyl-2-Methoxybenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting full specifications are available for review and are provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to maintain optimal purity and stability.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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