Description

Benzoic Acid, 2-[(4-Formylphenoxy)Methyl]-, Methyl Ester is a specialized organic ester derivative of benzoic acid, featuring a formylphenoxy functional group that makes it a valuable synthetic intermediate. This compound matters for its role in constructing more complex molecules, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and material science research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for use as a key building block.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring specific aromatic and aldehyde functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Acts as a building block for creating advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains to alter physical properties like solubility, thermal stability, or reactivity.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Utilized in palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) as a substrate due to its reactive ester and potential aldehyde groups.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis Research: A versatile reagent for constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial research laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 2-[(4-Formylphenoxy)Methyl]-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1046494-85-2
Molecular Formula	C16H14O4
Molecular Weight	270.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-[(4-formylphenoxy)methyl]benzoate; 2-[(4-Formylphenoxy)methyl]benzoic acid methyl ester; Benzoic acid, 2-[(4-formylphenoxy)methyl]-, methyl ester; Methyl o-[(4-formylphenoxy)methyl]benzoate; Methyl 2-((4-formylphenoxy)methyl)benzoate; (2-Methoxycarbonylbenzyloxy)benzaldehyde; 4-(2-Methoxycarbonylbenzyloxy)benzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzoic Acid, 2-[(4-Formylphenoxy)Methyl]-, Methyl Ester is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.