Description

Monobenzyl Terephthalate is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced polymer synthesis and specialty chemical manufacturing. Its value lies in its defined molecular structure, which provides consistent reactivity and performance in demanding production processes. This product is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the plastics, pharmaceutical, and fine chemical sectors seeking reliable building blocks for complex molecules.

Application

• Polymer Intermediate: A key monomer or chain modifier in the synthesis of specialized polyesters and engineering plastics.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a building block or protecting group intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Liquid Crystal Production: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of certain liquid crystal compounds for display technologies.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent for constructing complex organic molecules in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Plasticizer & Additive Precursor: Employed in the development of specialty plasticizers and performance additives for polymer systems.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Acts as a starting material for dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Monobenzyl Terephthalate
CAS No.	18520-63-3
Molecular Formula	C15H12O4
Molecular Weight	256.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzyl 4-carboxybenzoate; Benzyl hydrogen terephthalate; 4-(Benzyloxycarbonyl)benzoic acid; Terephthalic acid monobenzyl ester; Monobenzyl terephthalate ester; MBT; 1,4-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, mono(phenylmethyl) ester; Phenylmethyl 4-carboxybenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Monobenzyl Terephthalate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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	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.