Description

Benzoicacid, 3-Methyl-, 1,1-Dimethylethyl Ester is a high-purity organic ester compound, also known as tert-Butyl 3-methylbenzoate. This specialty chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily required by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance sectors for the development of novel compounds and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides.
• Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Employed as a building block for creating specific aromatic esters used in perfumery and flavorings.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a protected carboxylic acid derivative or a tert-butyl ester group donor in multi-step synthetic routes.
• Polymer & Material Science: Utilized in the research and development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Research: A valuable compound for academic and industrial research in organic chemistry and process development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoicacid, 3-Methyl-, 1,1-Dimethylethyl Ester
CAS No.	16537-19-2
Molecular Formula	C12H16O2
Molecular Weight	192.26 g/mol
Synonyms	tert-Butyl 3-methylbenzoate; 3-Methylbenzoic acid tert-butyl ester; 1,1-Dimethylethyl 3-methylbenzoate; m-Toluic acid tert-butyl ester; Benzoic acid, 3-methyl-, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester; 3-Methyl-benzoic acid tert-butyl ester; tert-Butyl m-toluate
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Quality Control

Our Benzoicacid, 3-Methyl-, 1,1-Dimethylethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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 acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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