Description

4-(4-Formyl-Phenoxymethyl)-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity organic intermediate characterized by its bifunctional aldehyde and ester groups. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of complex molecules, enabling the creation of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer sectors for developing new chemical entities and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a phenoxymethyl benzoate scaffold.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal monomers due to its rigid, conjugated structure.
• Agrochemical Active Ingredient Development: Serves as a building block for novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Employed to introduce aldehyde functionality into polymers, enhancing cross-linking capabilities and material properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex heterocycles and macrocycles via its formyl group.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments where the benzoic acid ester moiety provides stability and color properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(4-Formyl-Phenoxymethyl)-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	124663-30-5
Molecular Formula	C16H14O4
Molecular Weight	270.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-[(4-formylphenoxy)methyl]benzoate; Benzoic acid, 4-[(4-formylphenoxy)methyl]-, methyl ester; Methyl 4-(4-formylphenoxymethyl)benzoate; 4-(4-Formylphenoxymethyl)benzoic acid methyl ester; 124663-30-5; 4-[(4-Formylphenoxy)methyl]benzoic Acid Methyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(4-Formyl-Phenoxymethyl)-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request.

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). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to preserve stability and prevent degradation.

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.