Description

3-Methoxy-4-[(4-Methylbenzyl)Oxy]Benzoyl Chloride is a high-purity, specialized benzoyl chloride derivative used as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key acylating agent and intermediate in the development of complex molecules, enabling the introduction of a specific methoxy-p-methylbenzyloxy substituted benzoyl moiety. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors for creating novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing specific receptor binding profiles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its unique aromatic structure contributes to biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Production: Acts as a key monomer or intermediate for synthesizing specialized aromatic esters and polymers used in display technologies and organic electronics.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a modifying agent or cross-linking monomer to introduce specific aromatic functionalities into polymer backbones, enhancing thermal or optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for constructing complex molecular architectures, including natural product analogs and supramolecular compounds.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized azo dyes and high-performance pigments that require specific light-fastness and color properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methoxy-4-[(4-Methylbenzyl)Oxy]Benzoyl Chloride
CAS No.	1160250-76-9
Molecular Formula	C16H15ClO3
Molecular Weight	290.74 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4-Methylbenzyloxy)-3-methoxybenzoyl chloride; 3-Methoxy-4-[(4-methylphenyl)methoxy]benzoyl chloride; 3-Methoxy-4-(p-methylbenzyloxy)benzoyl chloride; 4-(p-Methylbenzyloxy)-3-methoxybenzoyl chloride; Benzoyl chloride, 3-methoxy-4-[(4-methylphenyl)methoxy]-; 3-Methoxy-4-(4-methylbenzyloxy)benzoic acid chloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Methoxy-4-[(4-Methylbenzyl)Oxy]Benzoyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature and reactivity as an acid chloride, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent hydrolysis. Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and alcohols.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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