Description

(E)-3-(4-(tert-Butyl)Phenyl)Acrylic Acid is a high-purity, fine chemical intermediate characterized by its cinnamic acid derivative structure with a tert-butyl substituent. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), where its specific stereochemistry and functional groups are critical. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to introduce tailored lipophilicity and rigidity into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in therapeutic areas requiring specific steric and electronic properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of organic electronic materials and display components.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with enhanced thermal stability and optical properties.
• UV Absorber & Stabilizer Precursor: Utilized in the development of additives for plastics, coatings, and personal care products to improve light resistance.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex organic molecules via reactions like Heck coupling or Michael additions.

Basic Information

Product Name	(E)-3-(4-(tert-Butyl)Phenyl)Acrylic Acid
CAS No.	190125-60-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₆O₂
Molecular Weight	204.27 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-3-[4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)phenyl]-2-propenoic Acid; 4-tert-Butylcinnamic Acid; trans-4-tert-Butylcinnamic Acid; (E)-3-(4-tert-Butylphenyl)propenoic Acid; 3-(4-tert-Butylphenyl)acrylic Acid; p-tert-Butylcinnamic Acid; 2-Propenoic acid, 3-[4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)phenyl]-, (2E)-
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Quality Control

Our (E)-3-(4-(tert-Butyl)Phenyl)Acrylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, 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 controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	165 - 170 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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