Description

Methyl 2-(4-Formylphenyl)Benzoate is a high-purity organic intermediate characterized by its bifunctional aromatic structure containing both an ester and a formyl group. This compound is essential for advanced organic synthesis, enabling the precise construction of complex molecules in pharmaceutical and material science research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring a versatile, high-quality building block.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with biphenyl or benzophenone scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for creating advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal displays.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into specialty polymers to alter physical properties or introduce reactive sites for cross-linking.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in academic and industrial laboratories for Suzuki coupling, condensation reactions, and other catalytic transformations.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for the synthesis of complex organic dyes and functional pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-(4-Formylphenyl)Benzoate
CAS No.	144291-47-4
Molecular Formula	C15H12O3
Molecular Weight	240.26 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Formylphenyl)benzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-(4-formylphenyl)benzoate; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-2-carboxylic acid, 4'-formyl-, methyl ester; 4'-Formyl[1,1'-biphenyl]-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4'-formylbiphenyl-2-carboxylate; Biphenyl-2-carboxylic acid, 4'-formyl-, methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-(4-Formylphenyl)Benzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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