Description

2'-Methylbiphenyl-4-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its value lies in providing a versatile biphenyl-based building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This product is essential for research and development laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical and specialty chemical industries, where it is used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a functionalized biphenyl core.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the production of advanced organic electronic materials, including liquid crystals and charge-transport layers for displays.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and scale-up of new generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Ligand Preparation: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce aromatic ester functionalities into polymer chains, enhancing material properties like thermal stability and solubility.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new organic reactions in academic and industrial R&D settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	2'-Methylbiphenyl-4-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	134694-65-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₈O₂
Molecular Weight	254.32 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2'-Methylbiphenyl-4-carboxylate; 4-Carbethoxy-2'-methylbiphenyl; 2'-Methyl-4-biphenylcarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 4-(2-Methylphenyl)benzoate; Biphenyl-4-carboxylic acid, 2'-methyl-, ethyl ester; 2-Methylbiphenyl-4-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-carboxylic acid, 2'-methyl-, ethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2'-Methylbiphenyl-4-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment.

Storage

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

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	≤ 20 ppm

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