Description

4-(Carboxy-Hydroxy-Methyl)-Benzoic Acid tert-Butyl Ester is a high-purity, protected benzoic acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its dual functional groups, which allow for selective chemical modifications under controlled conditions. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a protected carboxylic acid moiety.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in multi-step synthesis for constructing complex aromatic frameworks in medicinal and materials chemistry.
• Peptide Mimetics: Serves as a scaffold for designing and synthesizing peptide analogs and enzyme inhibitors.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful for creating novel chelating agents and ligands for catalytic systems.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be incorporated as a monomer or cross-linking agent in specialty polymer synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Carboxy-Hydroxy-Methyl)-Benzoic Acid tert-Butyl Ester
CAS No.	1263282-79-6
Molecular Formula	C14H18O5
Molecular Weight	266.29 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(1-Carboxy-1-hydroxy-methyl)benzoic acid tert-butyl ester; 4-(Hydroxy(carboxy)methyl)benzoic acid tert-butyl ester; tert-Butyl 4-(1-carboxy-1-hydroxyethyl)benzoate; 4-(1-Carboxy-1-hydroxy-ethyl)-benzoic acid tert-butyl ester; Benzoic acid, 4-(1-carboxy-1-hydroxyethyl)-, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester; 4-(Carboxy-hydroxy-methyl)-benzoic acid 1,1-dimethylethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our 4-(Carboxy-Hydroxy-Methyl)-Benzoic Acid tert-Butyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.