4-Amino-2-methylbenzoic acid

Name: 4-Amino-2-methylbenzoic acid
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-050573

About 4-Amino-2-methylbenzoic acid

4-Amino-2-methylbenzoic acid is a process intermediate or related compound of Tenofovir carrying the CAS registry number 2486-75-1. The compound has the formula C8H9NO2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 151.16 g/mol. Common synonyms include Benzoic acid, 4-amino-2-methyl- and 4-Amino-o-toluic Acid.

The product is provided as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Process chemists and analysts use it when developing synthetic routes to Tenofovir, tracking process-related impurities and validating analytical methods. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer 4-Amino-2-methylbenzoic acid in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development

Industries

Related to Tenofovir

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	4-Amino-2-methylbenzoic acid
Catalogue No.	VQ-050573
CAS Number	2486-75-1
IUPAC name	4-amino-2-methylbenzoic acid
Molecular formula	C₈H₉NO₂
Molecular weight	151.16 g/mol
Exact mass	151.0633
HSN code	2933
InChIKey	XRSQZFJLEPBPOZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=C(C=CC(=C1)N)C(=O)O
PubChem CID	241632

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	1.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 3
TPSA	63.3 Å²
Synonyms	Benzoic acid, 4-amino-2-methyl-, 4-Amino-o-toluic Acid, 2-methyl-4-amino-benzoic acid, Methyl-p-aminobenzoesaure, o-Toluic acid, 4-amino-, methyl-4-amino benzoic acid, 2-Methyl-p-aminobenzoic acid, 4-Aminobenzoic acid, 2-methyl-

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statements: P264, P264 + P265, P270, P280, P301 + P317, P305 + P351 + P338, P330, P337 + P317, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 4-Amino-2-methylbenzoic acid?

The CAS Registry Number of 4-Amino-2-methylbenzoic acid is 2486-75-1. It is also known as Benzoic acid, 4-amino-2-methyl-, 4-Amino-o-toluic Acid, 2-methyl-4-amino-benzoic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Amino-2-methylbenzoic acid?

4-Amino-2-methylbenzoic acid has the molecular formula C8H9NO2 and a molecular weight of 151.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 4-amino-2-methylbenzoic acid.

What is 4-Amino-2-methylbenzoic acid used for?

4-Amino-2-methylbenzoic acid is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Tenofovir. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of 4-Amino-2-methylbenzoic acid can I order?

We supply 4-Amino-2-methylbenzoic acid, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 4-Amino-2-methylbenzoic acid?

Yes. Every lot of 4-Amino-2-methylbenzoic acid is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 4-Amino-2-methylbenzoic acid be shipped internationally?

Yes. 4-Amino-2-methylbenzoic acid is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.