Description

Benzyl 2-Hydroxy-2-Methylpropionate is a versatile organic ester compound valued for its role as a key intermediate and functional monomer in advanced chemical synthesis. Its structure, featuring both a benzyl protecting group and a reactive hydroxyl moiety, makes it a critical building block for creating polymers, pharmaceuticals, and fine chemicals with tailored properties. This product is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer sectors seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a functional monomer for introducing hydroxyl and ester groups into acrylic polymers, polyesters, and coatings to modify flexibility, adhesion, and cross-linking density.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical & Fragrance Precursor: Employed in the synthesis of complex esters and aroma chemicals.
• Cross-linking Agent: Utilized in thermoset resin formulations for coatings, adhesives, and composites.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for organic synthesis and method development in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzyl 2-Hydroxy-2-Methylpropionate
CAS No.	19444-23-6
Molecular Formula	C11H14O3
Molecular Weight	194.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzyl 2-Hydroxyisobutyrate; 2-Hydroxy-2-methylpropanoic Acid Benzyl Ester; Benzyl α-Hydroxyisobutyrate; Benzyl Ester of 2-Hydroxy-2-methylpropionic Acid; (Benzyloxycarbonyl)(1-hydroxy-1-methylethyl)methane; 2-Methyl-2-hydroxypropionic Acid Benzyl Ester; HBM Benzyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our Benzyl 2-Hydroxy-2-Methylpropionate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.495 - 1.505
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.080 - 1.120

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