Description

4-p-Tolyloxy-Butyric Acid is a versatile organic acid derivative featuring a butyric acid chain linked to a p-tolyloxy moiety. This compound is valued as a key synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, offering a unique combination of aromatic and aliphatic reactivity. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the development of specialty polymers and liquid crystal materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in coupling reactions, esterifications, and the construction of more complex molecular architectures in fine chemical production.
• Chemical Research & Development: Essential for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new synthetic pathways and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-p-Tolyloxy-Butyric Acid
CAS No.	22180-02-5
Molecular Formula	C11H14O3
Molecular Weight	194.23 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4-Methylphenoxy)butanoic Acid; 4-(p-Tolyloxy)butyric Acid; Butanoic acid, 4-(4-methylphenoxy)-; 4-(4-Methylphenoxy)butyric Acid; p-Tolyloxybutyric Acid; 4-(p-Cresyloxy)butyric Acid; 22180-02-5; 4-(4-Methylphenoxy)butanoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-p-Tolyloxy-Butyric Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure consistency and meet customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light.

Specification

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