Description

3-Methyl-3-m-Tolylbutanoic Acid is a specialized organic acid derivative featuring a branched alkyl chain and a meta-substituted tolyl group, which imparts unique steric and electronic properties. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds requiring sterically hindered carboxylic acid motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a building block for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals where its specific structure modifies solubility and reactivity.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or chain-transfer agent for synthesizing specialty polymers with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methyl-3-m-Tolylbutanoic Acid
CAS No.	19355-31-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₆O₂
Molecular Weight	192.26 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-3-(3-methylphenyl)butanoic acid; 3-(3-Methylphenyl)-3-methylbutyric acid; m-Tolyl-dimethylbutyric acid; 3-Methyl-3-(m-tolyl)butyric acid; Butanoic acid, 3-methyl-3-(3-methylphenyl)-; 3,3-Dimethyl-3-(3-methylphenyl)propanoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Methyl-3-m-Tolylbutanoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity, identity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment ensures the material is suitable for demanding GMP-compatible synthesis and research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

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%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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