Description

4-(Allyloxy)Benzoic Acid is a versatile aromatic carboxylic acid derivative featuring a reactive allyl ether group. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring benzoic acid or phenolic ether motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactive sites for structural diversification.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or mesogenic unit in the production of specialty polymers, epoxy resins, and liquid crystal materials due to its rigid aromatic core and polymerizable allyl group.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, esterifications, and cycloadditions to introduce functionalized benzoic acid derivatives into target molecules.
• UV Absorber & Stabilizer Precursor: Utilized in the manufacture of compounds that absorb ultraviolet light for applications in coatings, plastics, and cosmetics.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool compound in academic and industrial laboratories for exploring new synthetic methodologies and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Allyloxy)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	27914-60-9
Molecular Formula	C10H10O3
Molecular Weight	178.18 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Allyloxybenzoic Acid; p-(Allyloxy)benzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 4-(2-propen-1-yloxy)-; 4-(2-Propenyloxy)benzoic Acid; 4-(Prop-2-en-1-yloxy)benzoic Acid; Allyl 4-carboxyphenyl ether; p-Allyloxybenzoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 4-(Allyloxy)Benzoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided and available upon request. We support custom synthesis to meet specific purity or packaging requirements for research, pilot, and commercial-scale projects.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	145 - 149 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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