Description

Methyl 3-Acetyl-4-Isopropoxybenzoate is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile and functionalized aromatic building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This product is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality intermediates for API and active ingredient development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring a substituted benzoate ester framework.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and manufacturing of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for synthesizing specialized organic compounds used in electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Fine Chemical & Dye Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of complex dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for method development and novel compound library generation.
• Polymer Modifier: Can be utilized to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains to alter material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Acetyl-4-Isopropoxybenzoate
CAS No.	259147-67-6
Molecular Formula	C13H16O4
Molecular Weight	236.26 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Acetyl-4-isopropoxybenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-acetyl-4-(1-methylethoxy)benzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-acetyl-4-(1-methylethoxy)-, methyl ester; 4-Isopropoxy-3-acetylbenzoic acid methyl ester; 3-Acetyl-4-isopropoxy methyl benzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-Acetyl-4-Isopropoxybenzoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment supports compliance with cGMP and ICH guidelines for pharmaceutical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The product should be handled in accordance with good laboratory and industrial hygiene practices.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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