Description

Ethyl 2-(3-Methoxyphenoxy)Propanoate is a specialized organic ester compound with the CAS registry number 141289-99-8. This chemical serves as a crucial intermediate or building block in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its unique phenoxy and ester functional groups. It is primarily required by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical research and development sectors for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a phenoxypropanoate backbone.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its structural motif can contribute to biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Chemicals: Acts as a precursor or modifying agent in the synthesis of specialty materials for display technologies and electronic applications.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Employed to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains, altering properties like flexibility, adhesion, or solubility.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complex aroma chemicals and esters used in specialty formulations.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A versatile building block in academic and industrial R&D for constructing more complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Ethyl 2-(3-Methoxyphenoxy)Propanoate
CAS No.	141289-99-8
Molecular Formula	C12H16O4
Molecular Weight	224.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-(3-Methoxyphenoxy)propionate; 2-(3-Methoxyphenoxy)propionic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl α-(3-Methoxyphenoxy)propionate; 3-Methoxyphenoxypropionic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 2-(m-Methoxyphenoxy)propanoate; m-Methoxyphenoxypropionic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl (RS)-2-(3-Methoxyphenoxy)propionate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-(3-Methoxyphenoxy)Propanoate is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, related substances, and physical properties is provided and available upon request, supporting your quality and regulatory documentation needs.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

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%
Refractive Index	Contact for details
Density	Contact for details

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