Description

Methyl 2-(4-Hydroxy-2-Methylphenyl)Acetate is a high-purity aromatic ester compound that serves as a versatile and critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both phenolic and ester functional groups, makes it a valuable building block for constructing more complex molecules with specific properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical sectors who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for scalable synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting inflammation, pain, or central nervous system disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its phenolic moiety is incorporated into the final active molecule.
• Fine Chemical & Fragrance Building Block: Employed in the creation of complex esters and other derivatives for specialty chemicals, aroma chemicals, and flavor ingredients.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in polymer research, particularly for phenolic resins or specialty polyesters with enhanced properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Process Development: Serves as a standard or starting material in method development, catalysis studies, and route scouting within R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-(4-Hydroxy-2-Methylphenyl)Acetate
CAS No.	114474-04-3
Molecular Formula	C10H12O3
Molecular Weight	180.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (4-Hydroxy-2-methylphenyl)acetate; 2-(4-Hydroxy-2-methylphenyl)acetic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-Hydroxy-2-methylphenylacetate; p-Hydroxy-o-methylphenylacetic acid methyl ester; 4-Hydroxy-2-methylbenzeneacetic acid methyl ester; Methyl (4-hydroxy-o-tolyl)acetate; 114474-04-3
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 2-(4-Hydroxy-2-Methylphenyl)Acetate adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity suitable for demanding synthetic applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We support compliance with cGMP where required and can provide material for qualification under your quality system.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound may be light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly.

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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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