Description

2-(4-tert-Butylphenoxy)Butanoic Acid is a specialized organic compound that serves as a valuable intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. This chemical matters for its role in creating high-performance materials and fine chemicals, offering a unique phenoxybutanoic acid structure for functionalization. Industrial buyers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and polymer sectors need it for developing active ingredients, specialty additives, and novel monomers.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of modern herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Polymer Additives: Serves as a monomer or functional additive in the production of specialty polymers and resins to modify properties.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of compounds for electronic display applications.
• Research & Development: Utilized in organic chemistry R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and novel compounds.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier Precursor: Base material for manufacturing specialized surfactants with specific branching characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-tert-Butylphenoxy)Butanoic Acid
CAS No.	113104-28-2
Molecular Formula	C14H20O3
Molecular Weight	236.31 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-tert-Butylphenoxy)butyric acid; 2-(p-tert-Butylphenoxy)butanoic acid; 2-(4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)phenoxy)butanoic acid; Butanoic acid, 2-(4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)phenoxy)-; 4-tert-Butylphenoxybutanoic acid (isomeric); TBPA (abbreviation); Phenoxybutyric acid derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-(4-tert-Butylphenoxy)Butanoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and strong acids.

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%

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