O-Methoxybenzoic Acid (CAS 579-75-9) User Guide
Table of Contents
- 1. Product Overview & Specifications
- 2. Applications & Use Cases
- 3. Industry-Specific Usage Scenarios
- 4. Customer Case Studies
- 5. Request a Quote or Sample
1. Product Overview & Specifications
O-Methoxybenzoic Acid (CAS 579-75-9), also known as 2-Methoxybenzoic Acid, is a white crystalline powder with the molecular formula C8H8O3 and a molecular weight of 152.15 g/mol.
Key Parameters:
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 100-103°C |
| Boiling Point | 300°C (estimated) |
| Solubility | Soluble in ethanol, ether; slightly soluble in water |
Comparative Analysis:
| Derivative | CAS Number | Melting Point |
|---|---|---|
| 2-Methoxybenzoic Acid | 579-75-9 | 100-103°C |
| 3-Methoxybenzoic Acid | 586-38-9 | 110-112°C |
| 4-Methoxybenzoic Acid | 619-9-4 | 184-186°C |
2. Applications & Use Cases
Pharmaceutical Intermediates
Used in synthesizing NSAIDs like mefenamic acid and tolfenamic acid.
Fragrance Industry
Serves as a precursor for musk fragrances and flavoring agents.
Agrochemicals
Key component in herbicide formulations such as dicamba analogs.
3. Industry-Specific Usage Scenarios
Pharmaceutical Synthesis
Example: Conversion to methyl ester derivatives for drug candidate optimization.
Organic Chemistry Research
Used in Suzuki-Miyaura cross-coupling reactions for novel compound development.
4. Customer Case Studies
Case 1: European Pharma Company
Used 500kg batch for anti-inflammatory API production, achieving 98.5% purity.
Case 2: Asian Agrochemical Manufacturer
Developed eco-friendly herbicide using O-Methoxybenzoic Acid as primary intermediate.
5. Request a Quote or Sample
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- Custom synthesis options
- Bulk pricing (25kg drum to ton quantities)
- Regulatory support (REACH, FDA DMF)
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