Description

Methyl3-(Aminomethyl)Benzoate CAS NO 93071-65-9 is a versatile benzoate ester derivative containing both an ester and a primary amine functional group, making it a valuable bifunctional building block in organic synthesis. This compound is critical for the production of high-value intermediates used in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research and development. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a benzoate-aminomethyl pharmacophore.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where its aromatic core and amine functionality are incorporated into the final active compound.
• Peptide Mimetics & Linker Chemistry: The amine group serves as a point for conjugation or as part of a spacer/linker in drug discovery, especially in the creation of peptide-like structures.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers, imparting specific chemical resistance or reactivity to the final material.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Utilized in the preparation of chelating ligands for metal catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and other catalytic processes.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-(Aminomethyl)Benzoate
CAS No.	93071-65-9
Molecular Formula	C9H11NO2
Molecular Weight	165.19 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Aminomethyl)benzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-aminomethylbenzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-(aminomethyl)-, methyl ester; Methyl m-(aminomethyl)benzoate; 3-Carbomethoxybenzylamine; (3-Methoxycarbonylphenyl)methanamine
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-(Aminomethyl)Benzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.