Description

3-(4-Methylbenzoyl)Acrylic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring an acrylic acid moiety conjugated with a 4-methylbenzoyl group, making it a valuable α,β-unsaturated ketone acid. This unique structure provides a versatile chemical handle for synthesis, serving as a key intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the fine chemical and life science industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with anti-inflammatory or other therapeutic properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in Michael additions, cyclization reactions, and other C-C bond-forming processes in research and development.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing advanced electronic and display materials.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and high-performance pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(4-Methylbenzoyl)Acrylic Acid
CAS No.	20972-36-5
Molecular Formula	C11H10O3
Molecular Weight	190.20 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(4-Methylbenzoyl)acrylic acid; 3-(p-Toluoyl)acrylic acid; 2-Propenoic acid, 3-(4-methylbenzoyl)-; (E)-3-(4-Methylbenzoyl)acrylic acid; 4-Methyl-β-oxohydrocinnamic acid; p-Methylbenzoylacrylic acid; 20972-36-5; 3-(4-Methylbenzoyl)-2-propenoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-(4-Methylbenzoyl)Acrylic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques like HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment. We support cGMP-compliant manufacturing for pharmaceutical applications and can tailor specifications to meet specific customer requirements.

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 strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

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	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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