Description

Methyl 3-(2-Oxoethyl)Benzoate is a versatile aromatic ester building block featuring both a reactive oxoethyl side chain and a stable methyl ester group. This compound is valued for its bifunctional reactivity, serving as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic molecules. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing heterocycles and advanced intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with benzofuran or indole cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its reactive ketone functionality.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in organic synthesis for the preparation of complex esters, amides, and other derivatives for material science research.
• Flavor & Fragrance Intermediate: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of specific aromatic compounds used in specialty fragrance formulations.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry, including studies on conjugate addition and cyclization reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-(2-Oxoethyl)Benzoate
CAS No.	124038-37-5
Molecular Formula	C10H10O3
Molecular Weight	178.18 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(2-Oxoethyl)benzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-(2-oxoethyl)benzoate; Methyl m-(2-oxoethyl)benzoate; 3-(2-Oxoethyl)methyl benzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-(2-oxoethyl)-, methyl ester; Methyl 3-(2-oxoethyl)benzenecarboxylate; (3-(Methoxycarbonyl)phenyl)acetaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 3-(2-Oxoethyl)Benzoate adheres to strict in-process controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data including HPLC purity, identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and residual solvent analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is supplied with each shipment, and we support customer audits and quality agreements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound may be sensitive to prolonged exposure to air and moisture; keep container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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