Description

4-Chloro-3-(1-Methylethyl)-Benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester is a specialized organic ester derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its value lies in providing a versatile halogenated aromatic building block with an isopropyl substituent, enabling precise molecular construction for complex target compounds. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to synthesize novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates requiring a substituted benzoate core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its chlorinated aromatic structure contributes to biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile precursor in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecules via ester hydrolysis, cross-coupling, or further functionalization reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials as a monomer or modifying agent.
• Chemical Intermediate for Dyes & Pigments: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized colorants and functional dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-3-(1-Methylethyl)-Benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	1008529-62-1
Molecular Formula	C12H15ClO2
Molecular Weight	226.70 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-Chloro-3-isopropylbenzoate; Benzoic acid, 4-chloro-3-(1-methylethyl)-, ethyl ester; 4-Chloro-3-isopropyl-benzoic acid ethyl ester; 3-Isopropyl-4-chlorobenzoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 3-isopropyl-4-chlorobenzoate; 4-Chloro-3-(propan-2-yl)benzoic acid ethyl ester; CAS 1008529-62-1
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-Chloro-3-(1-Methylethyl)-Benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and impurity profiling, GC for residual solvents, and spectroscopic identification. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are provided with every shipment. We support cGMP compliance for pharmaceutical applications and can tailor specifications to meet specific customer requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and potential contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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