Description

Pentanoic Acid, 3-Methylphenyl Ester is a specialized organic ester compound valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and flavor/fragrance component. This product is engineered to deliver consistent performance and purity for demanding industrial and research applications. It is particularly relevant for manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and fine chemical synthesis sectors seeking reliable, high-quality building blocks.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Serves as a key intermediate or ingredient in the synthesis of complex aromatic compounds for perfumes, cosmetics, and food flavorings.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a crucial building block or protecting group reagent in multi-step synthetic routes for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Plasticizer and Polymer Additive: Used in the modification of polymer properties or as a specialty plasticizer in specific resin formulations.
• Research & Development: Employed as a standard or reagent in chemical research, analytical method development, and process optimization studies.
• Solvent and Extraction Agent: Functions as a selective solvent or extraction medium in specialized purification and separation processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentanoic Acid, 3-Methylphenyl Ester
CAS No.	173851-73-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₆O₂
Molecular Weight	192.26 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methylphenyl pentanoate; m-Tolyl valerate; m-Cresyl valerate; Valeric acid 3-methylphenyl ester; Pentanoic acid m-tolyl ester; 3-Methylphenyl valerate; m-Tolyl pentanoate
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Quality Control

Our Pentanoic Acid, 3-Methylphenyl Ester is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to verify identity and assay. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.485 - 1.495
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	0.995 - 1.015

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