Description

3-Hydroxy-4-Methylbenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester is a versatile aromatic ester derivative valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both phenolic and ester functional groups, makes it a valuable building block for constructing more complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with specific aromatic substitution patterns.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where its substituted benzoate structure is incorporated.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for dyes, pigments, UV absorbers, and other performance chemicals requiring a hydroxymethylbenzoate core.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Employed in the development of advanced electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes due to its aromatic and modifiable structure.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Utilized as a starting material for synthesizing specific aromatic esters used in fragrance and flavor compositions.
• Polymer Additive Precursor: Can be modified to create monomers or stabilizers for specialty polymer formulations.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploring new chemical reactions in organic synthesis laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxy-4-Methylbenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	33414-48-1
Molecular Formula	C10H12O3
Molecular Weight	180.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-Hydroxy-4-methylbenzoate; 4-Methyl-3-hydroxybenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; 3-Hydroxy-p-toluic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 4-Methyl-3-hydroxybenzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-hydroxy-4-methyl-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 3-hydroxy-4-methylbenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-Hydroxy-4-Methylbenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed against comprehensive specifications using advanced analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, and NMR. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment. We operate under a quality system designed to meet the rigorous standards of our global customer base in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of heat. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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.