o-Toluic acid CAS 118-90-1

What is o-Toluic acid CAS 118-90-1?

o-Toluic acid CAS 118-90-1 is a benzoic acid derivative with a methyl substituent at the ortho position, commonly utilized as a building block in chemical manufacturing and recognized for its role in producing various downstream compounds across multiple industries.

Specifications

Features

• Synthetic Intermediate: Key precursor for halogenated benzoic acids and other derivatives.
• Enzyme Inhibitory Role: Exhibits activity against tyrosinases in relevant biological contexts.
• Reactivity Versatile: Enables diverse organic transformations due to ortho-methyl and carboxyl groups.
• Antimicrobial Potential: Shows bacteriostatic and anti-microbial effects in applications.

Applications

• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Building block for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), and certain antibiotics.
• Agrochemical Production: Intermediate for selective herbicides, systemic fungicides, and pesticides.
• Dye Manufacturing: Used in the synthesis of specialized dyes, pigments, and colorants.
• Fragrance Component: Employed in the production of synthetic fragrances and related functional compounds.
• Polymer Initiators: Raw material for preparing polymerization initiators and plastics additives.
• Analytical Reagent: Functions in coordination chemistry, laboratory analysis, and related research studies.

Packaging

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