Description

2-Methylpropyl 2-[(E)-3-Phenylprop-2-Enoyl]Oxybenzoate is a specialized organic ester compound with a complex molecular structure that combines salicylate and cinnamate moieties. This unique architecture makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing advanced materials and fine chemicals where specific steric and electronic properties are required. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional additives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research for anti-inflammatory or analgesic applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced crop protection agents, such as herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its specific organic framework.
• UV Absorber & Light Stabilizer Precursor: Acts as a precursor in the manufacture of specialty additives for plastics, coatings, and personal care products designed to protect against ultraviolet degradation.
• Fine Chemical & Flavor/Fragrance Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of complex esters and aromatic compounds for high-value fragrance and flavor ingredients.
• Polymer Modification Agent: Utilized to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains to alter physical properties like flexibility, adhesion, or weatherability.
• Organic Synthesis & Research Chemical: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial organic chemistry laboratories for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methylpropyl 2-[(E)-3-Phenylprop-2-Enoyl]Oxybenzoate
CAS No.	17140-04-4
Molecular Formula	C20H20O4
Molecular Weight	324.37 g/mol
Synonyms	Isobutyl 2-(3-Phenylacryloyloxy)benzoate; Isobutyl 2-Cinnamoyloxybenzoate; 2-Methylpropyl 2-Cinnamoyloxybenzoate; Salicylic Acid Isobutyl Ester Cinnamate; Cinnamoyl Salicylic Acid Isobutyl Ester; (E)-Isobutyl 2-(3-Phenylacryloyloxy)benzoate; Isobutyl O-Cinnamoylsalicylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Methylpropyl 2-[(E)-3-Phenylprop-2-Enoyl]Oxybenzoate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and internal standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 heat, open flames, and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

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.