Description

Methyl Vanillate CAS NO 3943-74-6 is a high-purity aromatic ester, serving as a versatile flavor and fragrance intermediate and a key building block in organic synthesis. Its value lies in its consistent quality and reliable performance, which are critical for ensuring batch-to-batch reproducibility in demanding applications. This product is essential for manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical, and fine chemical industries seeking a dependable supply of a well-characterized synthetic intermediate.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Used as a precursor or modifier in the synthesis of complex vanilla, sweet, and creamy flavor notes for food, beverage, and perfume formulations.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Acts as a key synthon in the production of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those with phenolic or benzoate structures.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a protected or functionalized vanillic acid derivative in multi-step organic synthesis for research and industrial-scale chemical production.
• UV Absorber & Stabilizer Precursor: Utilized in the development of specialty chemicals for polymer stabilization and coatings that require protection from ultraviolet light degradation.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Additive: Employed in the creation of specialty ingredients for skincare and cosmetic products, leveraging its aromatic properties and chemical functionality.
• Agrochemical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of certain herbicides, pesticides, or plant growth regulators that incorporate the vanillin backbone.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl Vanillate
CAS No.	3943-74-6
Molecular Formula	C9H10O4
Molecular Weight	182.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Vanillic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzoate; 3-Methoxy-4-hydroxybenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzoic Acid, 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxy-, Methyl Ester; Methyl 4-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzoate; Methyl vanillate
EINECS	223-525-0

Quality Control

Our Methyl Vanillate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for flavor, fragrance, and pharmaceutical intermediate applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	64 - 67 °C
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.