Description

3,5-Dimethoxy-2-naphthoic acid (97%) is a high-purity, functionalized naphthoic acid derivative characterized by its methoxy-substituted aromatic structure. This compound serves as a versatile and critical pharmaceutical intermediate and organic synthesis building block, enabling the construction of complex molecules for advanced research and development. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring precise molecular architecture.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with naphthalene-based scaffolds.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a precursor for the preparation of esters, amides, and other derivatives used in medicinal chemistry and material science.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The carboxylic acid and methoxy groups make it a candidate for constructing chelating ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential monomer or modifying agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Essential for exploratory chemistry, method development, and scale-up studies in chemical process optimization.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3,5-Dimethoxy-2-naphthoic Acid (97%)
CAS No.	98410-68-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₂O₄
Molecular Weight	232.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Naphthoic acid, 3,5-dimethoxy-; 3,5-Dimethoxynaphthalene-2-carboxylic acid; 98410-68-5; 3,5-Dimethoxy-2-naphthalenecarboxylic acid; NSC 406156; AI3-52095; 3,5-Dimethoxynaphthoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3,5-Dimethoxy-2-naphthoic acid is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We guarantee a minimum purity of 97% (typically by HPLC), with comprehensive identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods. Our quality assurance protocols ensure batch-to-batch consistency, traceability, and compliance with relevant industry standards. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). The product is compatible with strong acids and organic solvents but should be kept away from strong oxidizing agents. Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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