Description

3-(4-Methoxyphenoxy)Benzoic Acid is a high-purity organic compound with the CAS registry number 117423-75-3, serving as a versatile and valuable chemical intermediate. Its molecular structure, featuring both benzoic acid and methoxyphenoxy moieties, makes it a critical building block for the synthesis of more complex molecules. This product is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and advanced material science sectors.

Application

This specialized intermediate is utilized in various high-value synthesis pathways. Key application areas include:

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting specific receptor sites.
• Liquid Crystal Material Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced liquid crystal compounds for display technologies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the production of specialty polymers with enhanced thermal or optical properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of novel herbicides or plant growth regulators.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a component in the synthesis of materials for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) or semiconductors.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Functions as a building block for creating complex chromophores.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(4-Methoxyphenoxy)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	117423-75-3
Molecular Formula	C14H12O4
Molecular Weight	244.24 g/mol
Synonyms	[3-(4-Methoxyphenoxy)phenyl]formic acid; Benzoic acid, 3-(4-methoxyphenoxy)-; 3-(p-Methoxyphenoxy)benzoic acid; 4-Methoxyphenyl 3-carboxyphenyl ether; 3-Carboxyphenyl 4-methoxyphenyl ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We maintain a rigorous quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Our products undergo comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to verify identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with each shipment and are available upon request. We can support development projects with custom purity grades and analytical method development.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.