Description

4-(Benzyloxy)-3-Ethoxybenzoyl Chloride is a high-purity, reactive benzoyl chloride derivative used as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile acylating agent, enabling the efficient introduction of the (benzyloxy)-ethoxybenzoyl moiety into target molecules. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research for kinase inhibitors and other small molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific benzoyl-based scaffolds.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Production: Serves as a building block for creating complex organic molecules used in electronic display technologies and organic semiconductors.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of specialty monomers and polymers, including polyesters and polyamides with tailored properties.
• Peptide & Protein Modification: Acts as an acylating agent for modifying amino acids or peptides in biochemical research and bioconjugation.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the production of specialized dyes and pigments for high-performance applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Benzyloxy)-3-Ethoxybenzoyl Chloride
CAS No.	1160259-98-2
Molecular Formula	C16H15ClO3
Molecular Weight	290.74 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Ethoxy-4-(phenylmethoxy)benzoyl chloride; 4-(Benzyloxy)-3-ethoxybenzoic acid chloride; Benzoic acid, 4-(benzyloxy)-3-ethoxy-, chloride; 4-Benzyloxy-3-ethoxybenzoyl chloride; BOC-Protected Intermediate Analog
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Quality Control

Our 4-(Benzyloxy)-3-Ethoxybenzoyl 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 compliance with exacting standards for research and process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is 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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and reacts with strong acids/organic solvents; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation from moisture and ensure maximum shelf life.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Assay	≥ 96.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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