Description

3-(Phenoxymethyl)Benzoic Acid is a versatile aromatic carboxylic acid derivative that serves as a key organic intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a benzoic acid and a phenoxymethyl group, makes it a valuable building block for creating more complex molecules with specific functionalities. This compound is primarily sought after by the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for research, development, and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for developing herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or intermediate in the production of specialty polymers and liquid crystal materials.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for constructing complex organic molecules in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Utilized in the synthesis of certain dyes and organic pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Phenoxymethyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	31719-75-2
Molecular Formula	C14H12O3
Molecular Weight	228.24 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Phenoxymethyl)benzoic acid; m-(Phenoxymethyl)benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 3-(phenoxymethyl)-; 3-Phenoxymethylbenzoic acid; 3-Carboxyphenylmethyl phenyl ether; m-Carboxyphenylmethyl phenyl ether; 3-(Benzyloxy)benzoic acid (common alternate naming); Phenyl (3-carboxybenzyl) ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(Phenoxymethyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for sensitive synthesis applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is 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 and bases.

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%

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