Description

Methyl 2-Acetyl-6-(Benzyloxy)Benzoate is a high-purity synthetic organic intermediate characterized by its benzyl-protected phenolic hydroxyl group and acetylated aromatic ring. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with benzophenone or flavonoid-like scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a starting material for the preparation of specialized organic electronic materials and charge-transport layers.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of complex ligands for metal-catalyzed coupling reactions and asymmetric synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and advanced polymer additives.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in synthetic organic chemistry and process development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Acetyl-6-(Benzyloxy)Benzoate
CAS No.	155134-69-3
Molecular Formula	C17H16O4
Molecular Weight	284.31 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-acetyl-6-(benzyloxy)benzoate; 2-Acetyl-6-(benzyloxy)benzoic acid methyl ester; Benzoic acid, 2-acetyl-6-(phenylmethoxy)-, methyl ester; Methyl O-benzyl-2-acetylsalicylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 2-Acetyl-6-(Benzyloxy)Benzoate adheres to stringent in-process controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Every lot is fully characterized and tested against established internal specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is 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 (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

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.