Description

4-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)Butanoic Acid is a versatile aromatic carboxylic acid derivative that serves as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a phenolic hydroxyl and a carboxylic acid group, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), analgesics, and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its modifiable aromatic core.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation processes.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and advanced organic materials requiring phenolic or carboxylic acid functionality.
• Fine Chemical & Flavor/Fragrance Intermediate: Acts as a building block for synthesizing complex aromatic compounds used in flavors, fragrances, and dyes.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploring new chemical reactions in organic synthesis laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)Butanoic Acid
CAS No.	35387-19-0
Molecular Formula	C10H12O3
Molecular Weight	180.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(3-Carboxypropyl)phenol; 4-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)butyric Acid; 2-Hydroxybenzenebutanoic Acid; 4-(o-Hydroxyphenyl)butanoic Acid; 4-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)butyric Acid; γ-(o-Hydroxyphenyl)butyric Acid; o-Hydroxyphenylbutyric Acid; Benzenebutanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)Butanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation, including a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) for each lot, which confirms identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, supporting its use in regulated synthesis pathways.

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 incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and strong acids.

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.