Description

3-[2-(4-Methylphenoxy)Phenyl]Acrylic Acid is a specialized aromatic acrylic acid derivative, serving as a high-value intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring a phenoxy linkage and an acrylic acid moiety, makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting inflammatory pathways or acting as enzyme inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new-generation herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or organic semiconductors due to its conjugated system.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a standard or starting material in method development and organic chemistry research for creating libraries of compounds.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of complex fragrance or dye molecules requiring specific aromatic frameworks.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-[2-(4-Methylphenoxy)Phenyl]Acrylic Acid
CAS No.	1164477-18-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₄O₃
Molecular Weight	254.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Methylphenoxy)cinnamic acid; (E)-3-[2-(4-Methylphenoxy)phenyl]acrylic acid; 3-[2-(p-Tolyloxy)phenyl]acrylic acid; 3-(2-(4-Methylphenoxy)phenyl)-2-propenoic acid; 2-Propenoic acid, 3-[2-(4-methylphenoxy)phenyl]-; (E)-3-(2-(4-Methylphenoxy)phenyl)acrylic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-[2-(4-Methylphenoxy)Phenyl]Acrylic Acid adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain stability.

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.