Description

4-(3,5-Dimethyl-4-Methoxyphenyl)-4-Oxobutyric Acid is a high-purity organic intermediate characterized by its distinct aryl ketone and carboxylic acid functional groups. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical and life sciences industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators where its substituted phenyl structure provides specific biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized organic compounds used in electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex molecular architectures via reactions at the ketone or carboxylic acid groups.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized colorants and functional dyes due to its conjugated system.
• Polymer Modification Agent: Can be used to introduce specific aromatic and carboxylic functionalities into polymer chains to alter material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(3,5-Dimethyl-4-Methoxyphenyl)-4-Oxobutyric Acid
CAS No.	103234-38-4
Molecular Formula	C13H16O4
Molecular Weight	236.26 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Oxo-4-(3,5-dimethyl-4-methoxyphenyl)butanoic acid; 4-(3,5-Dimethyl-4-methoxyphenyl)-4-oxobutanoic acid; 4-(4-Methoxy-3,5-dimethylphenyl)-4-oxobutyric acid; Butanoic acid, 4-oxo-4-(3,5-dimethyl-4-methoxyphenyl)-; 103234-38-4; 4-(3,5-Dimethyl-4-methoxyphenyl)-4-oxo-butyric acid; 4-(4-Methoxy-3,5-dimethylphenyl)-4-oxobutanoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-(3,5-Dimethyl-4-Methoxyphenyl)-4-Oxobutyric Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. All materials are fully characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent moisture absorption, which may affect stability and handling properties.

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	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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