Description

4-Pentylphenyl Acetic Acid is a valuable organic acid derivative featuring a pentylphenyl moiety, serving as a key intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its structure makes it particularly significant for the development of liquid crystal materials, pharmaceuticals, and functional organic compounds where specific alkyl chain length and aromatic substitution are required. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and production specialists in the fine chemical, advanced material, and pharmaceutical industries seeking to build complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Liquid Crystal Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of liquid crystal molecules for display technologies (LCDs).
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a key chiral intermediate or side-chain precursor in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a precursor for organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials.
• Fine Chemical Intermediate: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex agrochemicals, dyes, and perfumery chemicals.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful for constructing specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or additive to impart specific properties to polymeric materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Pentylphenyl Acetic Acid
CAS No.	14377-21-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₈O₂
Molecular Weight	206.28 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Amylphenylacetic Acid; (4-Pentylphenyl)acetic Acid; 2-(4-Pentylphenyl)acetic Acid; p-Pentylphenylacetic Acid; 4-n-Pentylphenylacetic Acid; [4-(Pentyl)phenyl]acetic Acid; 14377-21-0; AA-14377210
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Pentylphenyl Acetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request, providing full traceability and quality assurance for your R&D and production processes.

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, 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	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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