Description

2-(1,1''-Biphenyl-4-Yloxy)-2-Methylpropanoic Acid is a high-purity organic compound with the CAS registry number 1222-74-8. This specialty chemical serves as a critical building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its unique biphenyl ether structure. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting specific receptor sites.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functional additive in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: A potential intermediate for creating charge-transport materials or emissive layer components in electronic displays.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecular architectures via its reactive carboxylic acid and ether functionalities.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(1,1''-Biphenyl-4-Yloxy)-2-Methylpropanoic Acid
CAS No.	1222-74-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₆O₃
Molecular Weight	256.30 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Phenoxyphenyl)-2-methylpropanoic Acid; 2-Methyl-2-(4-phenoxyphenyl)propanoic Acid; α,α-Dimethyl-4-(phenyloxy)benzenepropanoic Acid; 4-Biphenylol, α,α-dimethyl-γ-oxo-, γ-lactone (related form); Biphenyl-4-yloxy-isobutyric Acid; 2-(Biphenyl-4-yloxy)-2-methylpropionic Acid; p-Phenoxyphenylisobutyric Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(1,1''-Biphenyl-4-Yloxy)-2-Methylpropanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets exacting research and production-grade specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.