Description

Ethyl p-Ethoxycinnamate is a synthetic organic ester compound valued for its UV-absorbing properties and role as a key chemical intermediate. This product is essential for industries requiring precise photostability or specific cinnamate-based molecular frameworks. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the personal care, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical sectors for formulating advanced materials and active ingredients.

Application

• UV Filter in Sunscreen Formulations: Acts as an organic ultraviolet light absorber to protect skin from UV radiation.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of more complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Used in the creation of specific aromatic compounds due to its ester structure.
• Polymer Additive: Incorporated into plastics and coatings to enhance light stability and prevent degradation.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in research and production for coupling reactions and the construction of cinnamate derivatives.
• Cosmetic Preservative Stabilizer: Helps in stabilizing formulations by mitigating the effects of light exposure on other ingredients.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl p-Ethoxycinnamate
CAS No.	1504-69-4
Molecular Formula	C13H16O3
Molecular Weight	220.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-Ethoxycinnamate; p-Ethoxycinnamic Acid Ethyl Ester; 4-Ethoxycinnamic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl (E)-3-(4-Ethoxyphenyl)acrylate; Ethyl 3-(4-Ethoxyphenyl)-2-propenoate; Octinoxate Related Compound; Eusolex 2292 (potential trade name)
EINECS	216-122-2

Quality Control

Our Ethyl p-Ethoxycinnamate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity, to ensure it meets exacting standards for industrial and research use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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 and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	48 - 52 °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.