Description

Butyl Mandelate is an organic ester compound valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and chiral building block. Its structure makes it particularly useful in the synthesis of fine chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where specific stereochemistry is required. This product is essential for R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking high-purity intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral precursor in the synthesis of various therapeutic agents and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides requiring specific enantiomeric purity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for developing new synthetic methodologies.
• Chiral Resolution Agent: Potential use in the separation of racemic mixtures due to its stereogenic center.
• Polymer Modification: Can be employed as a monomer or additive in specialty polymer formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butyl Mandelate
CAS No.	119718-90-0
Molecular Formula	C13H18O3
Molecular Weight	222.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Butyl 2-Hydroxy-2-phenylacetate; Butyl α-Hydroxybenzeneacetate; n-Butyl Mandelate; Mandelic Acid Butyl Ester; (±)-Butyl Mandelate; DL-Butyl Mandelate; Butyl DL-Mandelate; Benzeneacetic acid, α-hydroxy-, butyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Butyl Mandelate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assessment and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results are provided to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Purity (Chiral HPLC)	Specify requirement (Racemic or Enantiomer)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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