Description

2-((4-Ethylphenoxy)Methyl)Benzoic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring a benzoic acid core substituted with a (4-ethylphenoxy)methyl group, making it a valuable intermediate for advanced synthesis. This structural motif is crucial for developing compounds with specific steric and electronic properties, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It serves as a key building block for researchers and manufacturers in fine chemical, pharmaceutical R&D, and advanced material science who require high-purity, structurally complex intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those targeting specific receptor sites.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & Advanced Material Research: Serves as a monomer or modifying agent in the development of specialty polymers and liquid crystal compounds for electronic displays.
• Organic Synthesis & Chemical Research: A versatile building block for constructing more complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of specialized dyes and organic pigments requiring specific light-fastness and color properties.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-((4-Ethylphenoxy)Methyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	244219-99-6
Molecular Formula	C16H16O3
Molecular Weight	256.30 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(4-Ethylphenoxy)methyl]benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-[(4-ethylphenoxy)methyl]-; o-[(p-Ethylphenoxy)methyl]benzoic acid; 2-(4-Ethylphenoxymethyl)benzoic acid; (2-Carboxyphenyl)(4-ethylphenoxy)methane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-((4-Ethylphenoxy)Methyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 strong oxidizing agents and bases.

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.