Description

2,5-Bis(Methoxymethyl)-1,4-Phenylenediboronic Acid is a specialized aromatic diboronic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in modern synthetic chemistry. Its value lies in its dual boronic acid functionality, which enables efficient cross-coupling reactions, particularly in the construction of complex organic frameworks and functional materials. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require high-purity intermediates for Suzuki-Miyaura coupling and other catalytic processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug candidates via Suzuki-Miyaura cross-coupling reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific aromatic boronic acid linkages.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a monomer or building block for conjugated polymers and small molecules used in OLEDs, OFETs, and perovskite solar cells.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of novel bidentate ligands and organometallic catalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs): Acts as a linker molecule in the construction of porous coordination polymers for gas storage, separation, and catalysis.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the synthesis of bioconjugates and activity-based probes for studying biological processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Bis(Methoxymethyl)-1,4-Phenylenediboronic Acid
CAS No.	957121-03-8
Molecular Formula	C12H18B2O6
Molecular Weight	279.89 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Phenylenediboronic acid, 2,5-bis(methoxymethyl)-; 2,5-Bis(methoxymethyl)benzene-1,4-diboronic acid; 2,5-Di(methoxymethyl)-1,4-phenylenediboronic acid; 1,4-Bis(boronic acid)-2,5-bis(methoxymethyl)benzene; 2,5-Bis(methoxymethyl)-1,4-diboronobenzene; 957121-03-8; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4,4'-diboronic acid, 2,2',5,5'-tetramethyl- derivative (related structure)
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Quality Control

Our 2,5-Bis(Methoxymethyl)-1,4-Phenylenediboronic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, supporting its use in regulated research and development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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