Description

Ethyl-3-(4-Formylphenyl) Benzoate is a high-purity organic intermediate featuring both an ester and a formyl functional group, making it a versatile building block for advanced synthesis. Its molecular structure is critical for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and material science research. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and advanced material sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a benzaldehyde moiety linked via a benzoate ester.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating advanced organic electronic materials, where its planar aromatic structure and functional groups are advantageous.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Used in the development of specialty polymers, where it can be incorporated to alter physical properties or introduce cross-linking sites.
• Organic Synthesis & Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex organic frameworks, including ligands for catalysis and fluorescent dyes.
• Agrochemical Intermediate: Acts as a precursor in the development of novel crop protection agents and herbicides.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl-3-(4-Formylphenyl) Benzoate
CAS No.	194367-78-7
Molecular Formula	C16H14O3
Molecular Weight	254.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4'-Formyl-[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-carboxylate; 3-(4-Formylphenyl)benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; 4-(3-Ethoxycarbonylphenyl)benzaldehyde; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-carboxylic Acid, 4'-Formyl-, Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 3-(4-Formylphenyl)benzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-(4-formylphenyl)-, ethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl-3-(4-Formylphenyl) Benzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment 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 and bases.

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	≤ 10 ppm

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