Description

5-(4-Methoxyphenoxy)Pentanoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity organic ester compound with a defined molecular structure, serving as a valuable chemical intermediate. Its significance lies in its role as a versatile building block for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced research and development. This product is essential for pharmaceutical chemists, agrochemical researchers, and specialty chemical manufacturers engaged in creating novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a phenoxyalkanoate backbone.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its specific ether-ester linkage is incorporated.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized organic compounds used in electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Polymer Modification Agent: Employed to introduce functional side chains into polymers, altering properties like solubility, flexibility, or biocompatibility.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D labs for constructing complex molecular architectures in medicinal chemistry and material science projects.
• Flavor & Fragrance Intermediate: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of certain aromatic esters used in high-value fragrance and flavor formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(4-Methoxyphenoxy)Pentanoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1027079-22-6
Molecular Formula	C14H20O4
Molecular Weight	252.31 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 5-(4-methoxyphenoxy)pentanoate; Methyl 5-(p-methoxyphenoxy)valerate; 5-(4-Methoxyphenoxy)valeric acid methyl ester; Pentanoic acid, 5-(4-methoxyphenoxy)-, methyl ester; 4-Methoxyphenoxy pentanoic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our 5-(4-Methoxyphenoxy)Pentanoic Acid Methyl Ester is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and structural confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, supporting compliance in cGMP and ISO 9001 environments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.