Description

Methyl 2-Phenylbutyrate is a versatile ester compound valued for its distinct aromatic profile and utility as a key synthetic intermediate. This product is essential for industries requiring high-purity building blocks for complex organic synthesis and fragrance creation. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical, and fine chemical sectors for its reliable performance and consistent quality.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Used as a key component or modifier in the creation of fruity, sweet, and berry-like aroma profiles for perfumes, cosmetics, and personal care products.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex organic molecules.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in various chemical reactions, including esterifications and transesterifications, as a starting material or protecting group.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, agrochemicals, and other high-value industrial compounds.
• Research & Development: Acts as a standard or reagent in analytical chemistry and life science research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Phenylbutyrate
CAS No.	2294-71-5
Molecular Formula	C11H14O2
Molecular Weight	178.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Phenylbutyric Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl α-Ethylbenzeneacetate; Methyl 2-Phenylbutanoate; Butanoic acid, 2-phenyl-, methyl ester; Methyl DL-2-Phenylbutyrate; α-Ethylbenzeneacetic acid methyl ester; Methyl (RS)-2-phenylbutyrate; (±)-Methyl 2-phenylbutyrate
EINECS	218-943-8

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Phenylbutyrate is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting full specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact us for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.495 - 1.505
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	1.030 - 1.050

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