Description

Ethyl 4-Acetylphenylacetate is a versatile aromatic ester compound, serving as a key organic intermediate and building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, featuring both an ester and an acetyl group, which allows for selective reactions and derivatization. This product is essential for research and development chemists, as well as manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to create complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with anti-inflammatory or central nervous system activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its aromatic backbone.
• Fine Chemical & Fragrance Building Block: Employed in the production of complex esters and ketones for specialty chemicals and aroma compounds.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in coupling reactions, esterifications, and the preparation of chalcones and other heterocyclic compounds.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or intermediate for materials requiring specific aromatic and ester functionalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 4-Acetylphenylacetate
CAS No.	1528-42-3
Molecular Formula	C12H14O3
Molecular Weight	206.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl (4-Acetylphenyl)acetate; 4-Acetylphenylacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; p-Acetylphenylacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl p-Acetylphenylacetate; 2-(4-Acetylphenyl)acetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 2-(4-Acetylphenyl)acetate; NSC 403107
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 4-Acetylphenylacetate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for regulated industries.

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 oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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