Description

4-n-Butoxybenzoic Acid is a versatile organic compound belonging to the class of substituted benzoic acids, where a butoxy group is para-substituted on the aromatic ring. This structural feature makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for creating liquid crystals, pharmaceutical actives, and specialty polymers. It is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and advanced materials sectors seeking high-purity synthetic precursors.

Application

• Liquid Crystal Synthesis: A key intermediate in the production of nematic and smectic liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Polymer Additives & Monomers: Serves as a monomer or modifier for engineering plastics and specialty polymers to alter physical properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile building block for constructing more complex organic molecules in academic and industrial R&D.
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Employed in the synthesis of certain herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a precursor in the production of specific dyes and organic pigments.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredients: Used in the synthesis of UV absorbers and other specialty ingredients.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Utilized in palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki or Heck couplings for creating complex biaryl structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-n-Butoxybenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1498-96-0
Molecular Formula	C11H14O3
Molecular Weight	194.23 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Butoxybenzoic Acid; 4-Butoxybenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 4-butoxy-; 4-n-Butyloxybenzoic Acid; Butyl 4-hydroxybenzoate (related); 4-(Butoxy)benzoic Acid; p-n-Butoxybenzoic Acid; NSC 403697
EINECS	216-104-9

Quality Control

Our 4-n-Butoxybenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers in regulated industries.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	95 - 98 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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