Description

2,5-Dimethoxy-4-Formylbenzoic Acid is a versatile aromatic aldehyde and carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique bifunctional structure, featuring both a formyl and a carboxylic acid group on a dimethoxybenzene ring, makes it an invaluable precursor for creating complex molecular architectures. This high-purity intermediate is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical sectors for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and specialty dyes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key starting material for the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its reactive aldehyde functionality.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a crucial precursor for manufacturing complex organic compounds, including specialty dyes, pigments, and photoinitiators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the design and synthesis of novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploratory synthesis in chemical research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Dimethoxy-4-Formylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	94930-47-9
Molecular Formula	C10H10O5
Molecular Weight	210.18 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Formyl-2,5-dimethoxybenzoic Acid; 2,5-Dimethoxy-4-carboxybenzaldehyde; 4-Carboxy-2,5-dimethoxybenzaldehyde; 2,5-Dimethoxyterephthalaldehydic Acid; 94930-47-9; Benzoic acid, 4-formyl-2,5-dimethoxy-; 2,5-Dimethoxy-4-formyl-benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,5-Dimethoxy-4-Formylbenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR) for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity, the container should be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to prevent oxidation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

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.