o-Tolylacetic acid (CAS No: 644-36-0) is a key pharmaceutical intermediate used in the synthesis of APIs Diclofenac. This compound serves as an essential raw material in API development and synthesis. Explore detailed chemical properties, molecular data, structure information, and verified global suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors of this API intermediate on apicule.
Alternate Names: (2-methylphenyl)acetic acid, Benzeneacetic acid, 2-methyl-
CAS No: 644-36-0
PubChem CID: 69519
Mol Formula: C9H10O2
Mol Weight: 150.17 g/mol
Used in API: Diclofenac
IUPAC Name: 2-(2-methylphenyl)acetic acid
API Intermediate Description: o-Tolylacetic acid is an aromatic carboxylic acid containing a methyl-substituted phenyl ring with an acetic acid side chain at the ortho position. It is used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, pharmaceuticals, and fine chemical manufacturing.