Description

Ethyl 2-(4-Ethylphenyl)Acetate is a specialized aromatic ester compound with a distinct molecular structure, identified by CAS NO 14062-20-5. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its specific aromatic and ester functionalities. It is primarily required by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those requiring a substituted phenylacetic acid ester moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides where its specific aromatic structure contributes to biological activity.
• Fine Chemical & Fragrance Ingredient: Acts as a precursor or a modifying agent in the synthesis of complex aroma chemicals and specialty perfumery compounds.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as an intermediate in the development of organic electronic materials due to its aromatic core and potential for further functionalization.
• Polymer Modification: Employed in the synthesis of specialty monomers or as a plasticizer/additive component in high-performance polymer formulations.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling reactions and esterification processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-(4-Ethylphenyl)Acetate
CAS No.	14062-20-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₆O₂
Molecular Weight	192.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl (4-Ethylphenyl)acetate; 2-(4-Ethylphenyl)acetic Acid Ethyl Ester; 4-Ethylbenzeneacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 4-Ethylbenzeneacetate; p-Ethylphenylacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; (4-Ethylphenyl)acetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl (p-Ethylphenyl)acetate; NSC 403120
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-(4-Ethylphenyl)Acetate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic and spectroscopic data are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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