Description

4-Methoxyphenyl Acetate is a versatile aromatic ester compound valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its structure, featuring both an acetate and a methoxy group, makes it a valuable precursor for creating more complex molecules. This product is essential for research and development chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with phenolic ether functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where the methoxyphenyl moiety is required.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Acts as a precursor or modifying agent in the creation of specific aromatic compounds for perfumery and flavor applications.
• Liquid Crystal and OLED Material Research: Employed as an intermediate in the development of advanced organic electronic materials and display technologies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or modifying agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Functions as a protecting group for phenols or as a starting material for various coupling and functionalization reactions in research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methoxyphenyl Acetate
CAS No.	124764-37-0
Molecular Formula	C9H10O3
Molecular Weight	166.17 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Methoxyphenyl Acetate; 4-Acetoxyanisole; p-Acetoxyanisole; 1-Acetoxy-4-methoxybenzene; 4-Methoxyphenol acetate; Acetic acid 4-methoxyphenyl ester; Methyl 4-hydroxyphenyl ether acetate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-Methoxyphenyl Acetate adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch is analytically verified to meet precise purity specifications, typically exceeding 98% (by HPLC), ensuring consistency for critical synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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