Description

(+/-)-2-(p-Methoxyphenoxy)Propionic Acid CAS NO 150436-68-3 is a chiral aryloxypropionic acid derivative, a versatile organic intermediate of significant interest in fine chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a key building block for creating more complex molecules with specific stereochemical and functional properties. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a crucial precursor in the manufacture of herbicides and plant growth regulators, leveraging the phenoxypropionic acid structural motif.
• Liquid Crystal & Advanced Material Research: Used in the synthesis of organic compounds for electronic displays and functional polymers due to its aromatic and ether linkages.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for methodological studies in asymmetric synthesis and catalysis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for producing specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific enantiomeric purity.

Basic Information

Product Name	(+/-)-2-(p-Methoxyphenoxy)Propionic Acid
CAS No.	150436-68-3
Molecular Formula	C10H12O4
Molecular Weight	196.20 g/mol
Synonyms	DL-2-(4-Methoxyphenoxy)propanoic acid; (±)-2-(p-Methoxyphenoxy)propionic Acid; 2-(4-Methoxyphenoxy)propanoic Acid; 2-(p-Methoxyphenoxy)propanoic Acid; 4-Methoxyphenoxy-2-propionic Acid; Racemic 2-(4-Methoxyphenoxy)propionic Acid; 150436-68-3; NSC 403914
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of (+/-)-2-(p-Methoxyphenoxy)Propionic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The material is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, ensure containers are properly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

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
Optical Purity (Chiral HPLC)	Racemic mixture

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