Description

4-(Isopropoxycarbonyl)Benzoic Acid is a versatile aromatic carboxylic acid derivative that serves as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a benzoic acid and an isopropyl ester group, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules with high precision. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer sectors for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, contributing to crop protection solutions.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or modifying agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers, liquid crystal materials, and high-performance engineering plastics.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in coupling reactions, esterifications, and as a protecting group strategy in multi-step synthetic routes for complex organic molecules.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in R&D for creating novel organic frameworks, coatings, and additives with specific functional properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	4-(Isopropoxycarbonyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	20576-81-2
Molecular Formula	C11H12O4
Molecular Weight	208.21 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(1-Methylethoxycarbonyl)benzoic acid; Isopropyl 4-carboxybenzoate; 4-Carboxybenzoic acid isopropyl ester; p-(Isopropoxycarbonyl)benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-[(1-methylethoxy)carbonyl]-; 4-(Isopropyloxycarbonyl)benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-(Isopropoxycarbonyl)Benzoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The material is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment and 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 a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly closed when not in use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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