Description

(4-Cyano-2-Methoxyphenoxy)Acetic Acid CAS NO 115109-49-4 is a versatile aromatic acetic acid derivative featuring both cyano and methoxy functional groups, making it a valuable synthetic intermediate. Its molecular structure provides a key building block for the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and crop protection industries seeking to introduce specific functional handles into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a phenoxyacetic acid scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its functional groups can be further modified.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Acts as a starting material or intermediate for creating advanced organic electronic materials due to its aromatic and polar characteristics.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of specialized dyes and colorants, leveraging the cyano group for chromophore development.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce functional side chains into polymers, altering properties like solubility, adhesion, or reactivity.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The methoxy and potential for halogenation make it a suitable substrate for Suzuki, Heck, and other palladium-catalyzed coupling reactions in complex molecule assembly.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	(4-Cyano-2-Methoxyphenoxy)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	115109-49-4
Molecular Formula	C10H9NO4
Molecular Weight	207.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Cyano-2-methoxyphenoxy)acetic Acid; (4-Cyano-2-methoxyphenoxy)ethanoic Acid; 4-Cyano-2-methoxy-phenoxyacetic Acid; Acetic acid, 2-(4-cyano-2-methoxyphenoxy)-; Glycine, N-(4-cyano-2-methoxyphenoxy)-; NSC 339063
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (4-Cyano-2-Methoxyphenoxy)Acetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, IR and NMR for structural confirmation, and loss on drying to control moisture content. We provide a Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specifications and test results to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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