Description

[1,1'-Biphenyl]-4,4'-Dicarboxylic Acid, 2-Methoxy- is a high-purity, functionalized biphenyl derivative serving as a critical advanced intermediate in sophisticated organic synthesis. Its value lies in its rigid biphenyl core and strategically positioned methoxy and carboxylic acid groups, which enable precise molecular construction for high-performance materials. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, liquid crystal, and specialty polymer industries who require reliable, high-quality building blocks for complex chemical architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting specific biological receptors.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a core structural unit for the development of advanced liquid crystal molecules used in displays (LCDs) and optical devices.
• Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs): Acts as a versatile organic linker or ligand for constructing porous MOF materials with applications in gas storage, separation, and catalysis.
• Specialty Polymers: Used in the synthesis of high-performance polyamides, polyesters, and polyimides, imparting thermal stability and unique mechanical properties.
• Organic Electronic Materials: A building block for electron-transport materials, host materials, or emitters in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and other optoelectronic devices.
• Chemical Research & Development: An important reagent for academic and industrial R&D in exploring new synthetic methodologies and functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	[1,1'-Biphenyl]-4,4'-Dicarboxylic Acid, 2-Methoxy-
CAS No.	935395-99-6
Molecular Formula	C16H14O6
Molecular Weight	302.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methoxybiphenyl-4,4'-dicarboxylic Acid; 4,4'-Dicarboxy-2-methoxybiphenyl; 2'-Methoxy-[1,1'-biphenyl]-4,4'-dicarboxylic acid; 2-Methoxy-4,4'-biphenyldicarboxylic Acid; Biphenyl-2-methoxy-4,4'-dicarboxylic Acid
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Quality Control

Every batch of [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4,4'-Dicarboxylic Acid, 2-Methoxy- is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, and a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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