Description

Ethyl 4-Acetylbenzoate is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its dual functional groups—the ester and acetyl moieties—which make it an essential intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a benzoyl ester backbone.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Production: Serves as a building block for creating organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Employed to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains, enhancing material properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for constructing complex organic molecules and exploring new chemical reactions.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient Intermediate: Used in the controlled synthesis of aromatic compounds for specialty applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 4-Acetylbenzoate
CAS No.	38430-55-6
Molecular Formula	C11H12O3
Molecular Weight	192.21 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Acetylbenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl p-Acetylbenzoate; 4-(Ethoxycarbonyl)acetophenone; p-Acetylbenzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 4-acetyl-, ethyl ester; 4-Carbethoxyphenyl methyl ketone; 1-[4-(Ethoxycarbonyl)phenyl]ethan-1-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 4-Acetylbenzoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at 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.