Description

Methyl 2-(4-Methylphenyl)-2-Oxoacetate is a high-purity aromatic ketoester building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a critical intermediate in the production of fine chemicals and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), offering reliable reactivity for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing new compounds and optimizing synthetic routes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a versatile building block for synthesizing dyes, pigments, and performance chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new carbon-carbon bond formation reactions.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for creating complex aromatic compounds.
• Material Science: Can be utilized in the synthesis of monomers for specialty polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-(4-Methylphenyl)-2-Oxoacetate
CAS No.	34966-53-5
Molecular Formula	C10H10O3
Molecular Weight	178.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-Methylbenzoylformate; Methyl p-Toluoylglyoxylate; 2-Oxo-2-(p-tolyl)acetic acid methyl ester; Methyl (4-methylphenyl)oxoacetate; Methyl α-oxo-4-methylbenzeneacetate; p-Toluoylformic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 2-oxo-2-(4-methylphenyl)acetate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-(4-Methylphenyl)-2-Oxoacetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

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	≤ 10 ppm

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