4-Amino-5-chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid

CAS 7206-70-4H2NC6H2(Cl)(OCH3)CO2HChemical Synthesis

4-Amino-5-chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid (CAS: 7206-70-4), with the linear formula H2NC6H2(Cl)(OCH3)CO2H and a molecular weight of 201.61 g/mol, is an aromatic compound utilised in chemical synthesis and research. It serves as a valuable building block in organic chemistry, particularly within fields such as chemical biology and peptide chemistry for the development of unnatural amino acid derivatives. TSS supplies this compound with a minimum assay of 97%.

IUPAC: 4-Amino-5-chloro-o-anisic acid

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4-Amino-5-chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid (H2NC6H2(Cl)(OCH3)CO2H) — chemical structure, CAS 7206-70-4; Chemistry, fine chemical supplied by Tech Serve Solutions

Aromatic Amino AcidsChemical BiologyChemical SynthesisPeptide Chemistry

01 /Applications

Chemical Synthesis Intermediate

This aromatic amino acid derivative is employed as a key intermediate in the synthesis of more complex organic molecules. Its functional groups allow for various chemical transformations.

Peptide Chemistry Research

As an unnatural amino acid derivative, it can be incorporated into peptide sequences to explore novel structural and functional properties in biochemical research.

Chemical Biology Studies

The compound finds application in chemical biology for designing and synthesising probes or modified biomolecules for studying biological processes.

02 /Properties

Molecular weight	201.61
Linear formula	H2NC6H2(Cl)(OCH3)CO2H
Assay	97%
Melting point	206 °C (dec.)(lit.)

03 /Safety & handling

GHS hazard pictogram: Harmful / irritant (GHS07) — Harmful / irritant

Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements

P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas or vapours
P305IF IN EYES

Protective equipment	dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves
Water hazard class (WGK, DE)	3
Hazard codes (EU)	Xi
Risk statements (R)	36/37/38
Safety statements (S)	26-36

Hazard information is provided for guidance. Always consult the product Safety Data Sheet (SDS), available on request, before handling.

04 /Identifiers & registry

CAS number

7206-70-4

MDL number

MFCD00038794

PubChem substance

24860872

05 /Quality & supply

Documentation

Every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis covering assay, identity and purity; the grade is confirmed against your enquiry. Safety Data Sheets and technical data sheets are available on request.

Supply & logistics

Samples for technical evaluation; bulk MOQ by grade and packaging. In-stock material ships in 7–10 working days, worldwide, with full export documentation.

06 /Frequently asked questions

What is 4-Amino-5-chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid used for?

4-Amino-5-chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid (CAS: 7206-70-4) is used as an intermediate in chemical synthesis, particularly in the fields of chemical biology and peptide chemistry for creating unnatural amino acid derivatives.

What are the CAS number and formula for 4-Amino-5-chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid?

The CAS number is 7206-70-4, and the linear formula is H2NC6H2(Cl)(OCH3)CO2H.

What grade and purity does Tech Serve Solutions supply?

Tech Serve Solutions supplies 4-Amino-5-chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid with a minimum assay of 97%. This product is not represented as USP, BP, or EP grade.

How should 4-Amino-5-chloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid be handled?

This compound is classified with GHS07 symbol and carries a Warning signal word. It causes skin irritation (H315), serious eye irritation (H319), and may cause respiratory irritation (H335). Appropriate personal protective equipment includes a dust mask (type N95 or equivalent), eyeshields, and gloves.