Description

2-o-tert-Butoxycarbonyl-Benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester is a high-purity, protected benzoic acid derivative serving as a critical synthetic intermediate. Its primary value lies in providing a versatile and reactive scaffold for constructing complex organic molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical synthesis. This compound is essential for chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors who require reliable building blocks for drug discovery and specialty chemical production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug candidates.
• Peptide Synthesis: Used in the preparation of protected amino acid derivatives and peptide fragments.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile precursor for introducing the ortho-substituted benzoic acid moiety into larger molecular architectures.
• Agrochemical Research: Intermediate in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for creating tagged or functionalized molecules for biochemical and cellular studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-o-tert-Butoxycarbonyl-Benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	125305-20-6
Molecular Formula	C15H20O5
Molecular Weight	280.32 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-[(tert-Butoxy)carbonyl]benzoate; 2-(Boc)benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl o-(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)benzoate; Benzoic acid, 2-[(1,1-dimethylethoxy)carbonyl]-, ethyl ester; 2-Carboxybenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester tert-Butyl Ester; Boc-Protected Phthalic Acid Monoethyl Ester; 2-Boc-Benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-o-tert-Butoxycarbonyl-Benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and commercial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full batch traceability are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 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.