Description

3-[4-(Methoxycarbonyl)Phenyl]Propanoic Acid is a high-purity organic building block and pharmaceutical intermediate of significant commercial importance. This compound is valued for its bifunctional structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a methyl ester group, which enables its use in sophisticated multi-step synthesis. It is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical sectors for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Organic Synthesis: Used in coupling reactions, esterifications, and as a precursor for more complex aromatic compounds.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or intermediate in the production of specialty polymers and liquid crystal materials.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development and synthesis of novel crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-[4-(Methoxycarbonyl)Phenyl]Propanoic Acid
CAS No.	151937-09-6
Molecular Formula	C11H12O4
Molecular Weight	208.21 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(2-Carboxyethyl)benzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 4-(2-Carboxyethyl)benzoate; 3-(4-Methoxycarbonylphenyl)propionic Acid; Benzenepropanoic acid, 4-(methoxycarbonyl)-; Methyl 3-(4-carboxyphenyl)propanoate (tautomer)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-[4-(Methoxycarbonyl)Phenyl]Propanoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The material is manufactured and tested in facilities that follow cGMP principles where applicable. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

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	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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