Description

Methyl-3-Phenylbutyrate is a valuable ester compound widely utilized as a key intermediate and flavor/fragrance ingredient. Its significance lies in its versatile chemical structure, which serves as a building block for more complex molecules in pharmaceutical synthesis and contributes pleasant, fruity-berry aromatic notes. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D teams in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical, and fine chemical industries seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance (F&F) Industry: Used as a synthetic flavoring agent and fragrance component, imparting sweet, fruity, and berry-like notes to food products, beverages, and perfumes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex organic molecules.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a versatile reagent or starting material in various organic reactions, including esterifications, reductions, and Grignard reactions, within research and development laboratories.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, agrochemicals, and other performance materials requiring specific aromatic ester functionalities.
• Aroma Chemical: Incorporated into functional perfumery for soaps, detergents, and household products due to its stable and pleasant odor profile.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl-3-Phenylbutyrate
CAS No.	3461-39-0
Molecular Formula	C11H14O2
Molecular Weight	178.23 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Phenylbutyric Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 3-Phenylbutanoate; Methyl β-Phenylbutyrate; β-Phenylbutyric Acid Methyl Ester; Butanoic acid, 3-phenyl-, methyl ester; Methyl 3-phenylbutyrate; NSC 406925
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Quality Control

Our Methyl-3-Phenylbutyrate is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and composition. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting results for assay, impurities, and physical properties are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.495 - 1.505
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.030 - 1.050

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