Description

4-Chloro-2-Methyl-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is a versatile organic ester derivative of benzoic acid, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its value lies in providing a reactive scaffold for constructing more complex molecules, particularly in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and production specialists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking high-purity building blocks for their synthesis pipelines.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those with chlorinated aromatic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the chloromethyl benzoate moiety is required.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile starting material or intermediate in complex organic reactions, including esterifications, hydrolyses, and cross-coupling reactions.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of certain dyes and organic pigments.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Chemical Production: Utilized in the synthesis of advanced materials for electronic applications.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and novel compound discovery.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the manufacture of various specialty and fine chemicals requiring specific aromatic ester functionalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-2-Methyl-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	99585-12-3
Molecular Formula	C9H9ClO2
Molecular Weight	184.62 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-Chloro-2-methylbenzoate; 4-Chloro-o-toluic Acid Methyl Ester; 2-Methyl-4-chlorobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 4-chloro-2-methyl-, methyl ester; Methyl 4-chloro-2-methylbenzoate; 99585-12-3; 4-Chloro-2-methyl methyl benzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Chloro-2-Methyl-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for every shipment. We can supply material compliant with various internal quality standards for pharmaceutical and industrial applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
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.