Description

4-Methylphenyl (4-Methylphenoxy)Acetate is a specialized organic ester compound, identified by CAS No. 127089-36-5, valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and building block in advanced synthesis. Its molecular structure makes it a critical component for researchers and manufacturers developing high-performance materials and fine chemicals. This product is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial chemical producers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer sectors seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a building block for advanced electronic materials requiring specific aromatic ester functionalities.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce specific side chains or functional groups into specialty polymers to alter physical properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research in novel organic reaction pathways.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Utilized in the production of complex colorants and photographic chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methylphenyl (4-Methylphenoxy)Acetate
CAS No.	127089-36-5
Molecular Formula	C16H16O3
Molecular Weight	256.30 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Cresyl p-cresoxyacetate; (4-Methylphenoxy)acetic Acid 4-Methylphenyl Ester; 4-Methylphenyl 4-Methylphenoxyacetate; 4-Methylphenoxyacetic Acid 4-Methylphenyl Ester; 4-Methylphenoxyacetic Acid p-Tolyl Ester; p-Tolyl (p-Tolyloxy)acetate; Acetic Acid, (4-Methylphenoxy)-, 4-Methylphenyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Methylphenyl (4-Methylphenoxy)Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of our global B2B clients. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available for every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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