Description

3-Methoxy-4-[(2-Methylbenzyl)Oxy]Benzoic Acid is a specialized aromatic carboxylic acid derivative, valued for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both methoxy and benzyloxy substituents, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators due to its bioactive scaffold.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for advanced organic electronic materials, where its aromatic core and substituents influence mesomorphic or electroluminescent properties.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be incorporated as a monomer or cross-linking agent to create specialty polymers with enhanced thermal or chemical resistance.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for complex molecule construction, including natural product analogs and specialty dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methoxy-4-[(2-Methylbenzyl)Oxy]Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	938232-46-3
Molecular Formula	C16H16O4
Molecular Weight	272.30 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(2-Methylbenzyloxy)-3-methoxybenzoic acid; 3-Methoxy-4-(2-methylbenzyloxy)benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 3-methoxy-4-[(2-methylphenyl)methoxy]-; 938232-46-3; 4-(o-Methylbenzyloxy)-3-methoxybenzoic acid; 3-Methoxy-4-(o-methylbenzyloxy)benzoic acid; 4-(2-Methylbenzyloxy)-3-methoxybenzoic acid
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-Methoxy-4-[(2-Methylbenzyl)Oxy]Benzoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening 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%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.