Description

3-(2,4-Dimethoxy-Phenyl)-Acrylic Acid Ethyl Ester is a versatile and high-purity chemical intermediate characterized by its distinct aromatic and acrylic ester structure. This compound is valued for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and fine chemical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing advanced active ingredients in crop protection products, such as herbicides and fungicides.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a key starting material in the manufacture of complex dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers requiring specific light-absorbing or electronic properties.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: A potential intermediate for creating advanced organic semiconductors and emissive layer materials in display technologies.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Employed in chemical libraries and for method development in organic synthesis, including cross-coupling and cyclization reactions.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient Synthesis: Used as a precursor for creating complex aromatic esters with specific olfactory profiles.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(2,4-Dimethoxy-Phenyl)-Acrylic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	24393-63-3
Molecular Formula	C13H16O4
Molecular Weight	236.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-(2,4-dimethoxyphenyl)acrylate; Ethyl (2E)-3-(2,4-dimethoxyphenyl)prop-2-enoate; 2,4-Dimethoxycinnamic Acid Ethyl Ester; (E)-Ethyl 3-(2,4-dimethoxyphenyl)acrylate; trans-3-(2,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)-2-propenoic Acid Ethyl Ester; 3-(2,4-Dimethoxyphenyl)acrylic Acid Ethyl Ester; NSC 163022
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(2,4-Dimethoxy-Phenyl)-Acrylic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation.

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 strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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