Description

4-Ethoxycarbonyloxybenzoic acid is a versatile organic compound and a key benzoic acid derivative, serving as a valuable intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its primary commercial value lies in its bifunctional structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and an ethoxycarbonyloxy (ethyl carbonate) ester group, which enables its use in the production of more complex molecules. This compound is particularly relevant for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking reliable, high-purity building blocks for research and production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a protected or functionalized benzoic acid moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its specific aromatic structure is incorporated.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the creation of specialty polyesters, liquid crystal polymers (LCPs), and other high-performance materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for constructing complex organic molecules, leveraging its dual reactive sites for sequential chemical transformations.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of certain azo dyes and organic pigments, contributing to colorant properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Ethoxycarbonyloxybenzoic acid
CAS No.	15552-32-6
Molecular Formula	C10H10O5
Molecular Weight	210.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzoic acid, 4-[(ethoxycarbonyl)oxy]-; p-(Ethoxycarbonyloxy)benzoic Acid; 4-Carboxyphenyl ethyl carbonate; Ethyl 4-carboxyphenyl carbonate; 4-Hydroxybenzoic acid ethyl carbonate; p-Carboxyphenyl ethyl carbonate; 4-Ethoxycarbonyloxybenzoicacid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-Ethoxycarbonyloxybenzoic acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot is analyzed against comprehensive specifications using advanced techniques including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, supporting compliance in cGMP and ISO 9001 environments for critical applications.

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 bases, strong oxidizing agents, and sources of heat.

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	≤ 20 ppm

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