Description

Acetic Acid 2-Methoxyphenoxymethyl Ester is a specialized organic ester compound with the CAS registry number 27257-11-0. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate and functional component in advanced synthesis, offering unique reactivity due to its combined ester and aryl ether functionalities. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for developing novel compounds and materials.

Application

This versatile ester intermediate finds application across several high-value chemical synthesis domains:

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and potential drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific aromatic-ester structures.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, resins, and functional materials.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acetic Acid 2-Methoxyphenoxymethyl Ester
CAS No.	27257-11-0
Molecular Formula	C10H12O4
Molecular Weight	196.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methoxyphenoxymethyl acetate; (2-Methoxyphenoxy)methyl acetate; Acetic acid (2-methoxyphenoxy)methyl ester; Guaiacol methylene glycol acetate; Glycolic acid, (o-methoxyphenoxy)-, acetate; o-Methoxyphenoxymethyl acetate
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Quality Control

Our Acetic Acid 2-Methoxyphenoxymethyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing specifications such as assay, impurity profile, and physical properties.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material may be moisture-sensitive; ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Density (at 20°C)	~1.15 g/cm³

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