Description

tert-Butylbenzoic Acid is a versatile aromatic carboxylic acid derivative characterized by the presence of a bulky tert-butyl group on the benzene ring. This structural feature imparts unique steric and electronic properties, making it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by industries involved in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, liquid crystals, and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring sterically hindered benzoic acid motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its structural properties enhance biological activity and stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a core component or side-chain modifier in the production of liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated as a monomer or additive to alter the thermal and mechanical properties of engineering plastics and coatings.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in various reactions, including esterification and amidation, to create complex molecules for research and development.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Used in specialty chemical formulations designed to protect metals in industrial processes.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	tert-Butylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1320-16-7
Molecular Formula	C11H14O2
Molecular Weight	178.23 g/mol
Synonyms	4-tert-Butylbenzoic Acid; p-tert-Butylbenzoic Acid; PTBBA; Benzoic acid, 4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-; 4-(tert-Butyl)benzoic acid; p-(tert-Butyl)benzoic acid; 4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, p-(tert-butyl)-
EINECS	215-314-9

Quality Control

Our tert-Butylbenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the required specifications for identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting the results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	164 - 168 °C
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%

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