Description

Ethyl 4-(Prop-2-Ynyloxy)Benzoate is a specialized organic ester compound featuring a propargyl ether functional group attached to a benzoate core. This unique molecular structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced research and development. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material scientists for its utility in click chemistry and other synthetic transformations. The compound is supplied to meet the stringent purity requirements of industrial and laboratory-scale applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring alkyne functionalization for conjugation or further derivatization.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the propargyloxy moiety is incorporated into the final active molecule.
• Click Chemistry Reagent: Serves as a crucial component in Huisgen 1,3-dipolar cycloaddition reactions (copper-catalyzed azide-alkyne cycloaddition) for bioconjugation, polymer chemistry, and material surface modification.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Synthesis: Acts as a monomer or intermediate for creating advanced polymers and liquid crystalline materials with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in various organic transformations, including etherification and esterification reactions, to construct complex molecular architectures.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological processes and enzyme activities.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 4-(Prop-2-Ynyloxy)Benzoate
CAS No.	175203-55-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₂O₃
Molecular Weight	204.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-(2-Propynyloxy)benzoate; 4-(Prop-2-yn-1-yloxy)benzoic acid ethyl ester; Benzoic acid, 4-(2-propynyloxy)-, ethyl ester; Ethyl p-(propargyloxy)benzoate; Propargyl 4-ethoxybenzoate (isomer); Ethyl 4-(propargyloxy)benzoate; Ethyl 4-(prop-2-ynyloxy)benzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards for research and industrial use. Each batch is characterized using advanced analytical techniques to confirm identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request. We adhere to a quality management system to ensure supply reliability and product integrity for our global B2B clients.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.