Description

2-(4-Methylphenoxy)Butanoic Acid is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of phenoxyalkanoic acids. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical manufacturers, and fine chemical synthesis laboratories requiring high-purity, structurally specific intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, plant growth regulators, and other crop protection agents.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing complex organic molecules in specialty chemistry.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for method development and exploring new chemical entities.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Potential intermediate for creating advanced materials with specific optical or structural properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Methylphenoxy)Butanoic Acid
CAS No.	143094-64-8
Molecular Formula	C11H14O3
Molecular Weight	194.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(p-Tolyloxy)butyric Acid; 2-(4-Methylphenoxy)butyric Acid; Butanoic acid, 2-(4-methylphenoxy)-; 2-(4-Methylphenoxy)butanoic acid; α-(p-Methylphenoxy)butyric Acid; 4-Methylphenoxybutanoic Acid; p-Methylphenoxybutanoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Methylphenoxy)Butanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Production adheres to cGMP guidelines where applicable. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, available upon request. We support custom synthesis and can tailor specifications to meet specific project requirements.

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 oxidizing agents, strong bases, 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.