Description

α-Ethoxyphenylacetic Acid is a versatile organic acid derivative characterized by its phenylacetic acid core substituted with an ethoxy group. This compound serves as a valuable pharmaceutical intermediate and synthetic building block in organic chemistry. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the synthesis of more complex active molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with anti-inflammatory or analgesic properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, dyes, and perfumery ingredients.
• Research & Development: Serves as a standard or starting material in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry research within academic and industrial laboratories.
• Chiral Synthesis: Potential use in the preparation of enantiomerically pure compounds due to its asymmetric center.

Basic Information

Product Name	α-Ethoxyphenylacetic Acid
CAS No.	33224-99-6
Molecular Formula	C10H12O3
Molecular Weight	180.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethoxyphenylacetic Acid; (±)-2-Ethoxy-2-phenylacetic Acid; α-Ethoxyphenylacetic Acid; 2-Phenyl-2-ethoxyacetic Acid; Ethoxy(phenyl)acetic Acid; NSC 163082; (RS)-2-Ethoxy-2-phenylacetic Acid; DL-2-Ethoxyphenylacetic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our α-Ethoxyphenylacetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring reliable and traceable raw materials.

Storage

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

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

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