Description

5-Methoxy-2-Phenylbenzoic Acid is a high-purity organic intermediate of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both methoxy and phenyl substituents on a benzoic acid core, makes it a versatile building block for creating complex molecules. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing anti-inflammatory properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a critical building block for developing new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its aromatic backbone for bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Used in the development of organic electronic materials, where its conjugated system and substituents can be tuned to modify electronic properties and mesogenic behavior.
• Dye & Pigment Chemistry: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing specialized dyes and pigments, where the methoxy and phenyl groups influence color, stability, and solubility.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling reactions and carboxylate derivative formation.
• Coordination Chemistry Ligand: The carboxylic acid functionality allows it to act as a ligand for metal complexes used in catalysis or material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Methoxy-2-Phenylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	92254-27-8
Molecular Formula	C14H12O3
Molecular Weight	228.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Phenyl-5-methoxybenzoic Acid; 5-Methoxy-2-phenylbenzoic Acid; 5-Methoxy-[1,1'-biphenyl]-2-carboxylic Acid; 2-Carboxy-4-methoxybiphenyl; 4-Methoxybiphenyl-2-carboxylic Acid; 2-Biphenylcarboxylic Acid, 5'-methoxy-; NSC 403116
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Quality Control

Our 5-Methoxy-2-Phenylbenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and impurity profiling, to meet exacting customer specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources to maintain product integrity.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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