Description

4-Butoxybutyric Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity organic ester compound valued for its utility as a versatile chemical intermediate and solvent. This product is engineered to meet the stringent quality demands of advanced manufacturing and research applications. It is primarily sought by professionals in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical synthesis industries for its role in producing active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Solvent: Employed in formulations and reactions requiring a high-boiling, polar aprotic solvent.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a plasticizer or co-monomer in the production of specialized polymers and coatings.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of specific ester-based aroma compounds.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for organic synthesis and method development in laboratory settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Butoxybutyric Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	29006-06-2
Molecular Formula	C9H18O3
Molecular Weight	174.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-butoxybutanoate; Butyl 3-methoxypropyl ether-4-carboxylate; 4-Butoxy-butanoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-butoxybutyrate; Butoxybutyric acid methyl ester; 3-Methoxypropyl butyl ether-4-carboxylic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our 4-Butoxybutyric Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.420 - 1.430
Density (20°C)	0.95 - 0.98 g/mL

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