Description

4'-Methylbiphenyl-3-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity biphenyl derivative carboxylic acid, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a functionalized aromatic core for constructing complex molecular architectures with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of organic electronic materials for displays and lighting.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated as a monomer or additive to enhance the thermal and mechanical properties of specialty polymers.
• Organic Ligand Precursor: Utilized in the preparation of ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable standard and starting material in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for method development and exploration of new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	4'-Methylbiphenyl-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	147404-69-1
Molecular Formula	C14H12O2
Molecular Weight	212.24 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(4-Methylphenyl)benzoic acid; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-carboxylic acid, 4'-methyl-; 4'-Methyl-[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Carboxy-4'-methylbiphenyl; 4'-Methylbiphenyl-3-carboxylic acid; 4-Methylbiphenyl-3-carboxylic acid; 3-(p-Tolyl)benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4'-Methylbiphenyl-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistent quality suitable for demanding synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

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%

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