Description

2,6-Dichloro-4-Methylbenzoic Acid is a halogenated benzoic acid derivative that serves as a versatile and critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of its substituents, which make it a key building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a sterically hindered benzoic acid core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the dichloro-methyl substitution pattern confers specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and polymers with tailored electronic or structural properties.
• Dyestuff and Pigment Intermediate: Functions as a building block for synthesizing complex dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A valuable substrate for custom chemical synthesis services catering to specialized R&D projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Dichloro-4-Methylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	99520-05-5
Molecular Formula	C8H6Cl2O2
Molecular Weight	205.04 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-2,6-dichlorobenzoic Acid; 2,6-Dichloro-p-toluic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2,6-dichloro-4-methyl-; 2,6-Dichloro-4-methyl-benzoic acid; 99520-05-5; 2,6-Dichloro-4-methylbenzoicacid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2,6-Dichloro-4-Methylbenzoic Acid is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure compliance with industry standards and your specific research or production requirements. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting batch-specific results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.