Description

3-(2-tert-Butoxy-2-Oxoethoxy)Benzoic Acid is a specialized benzoic acid derivative featuring a tert-butoxycarbonylmethyl ether side chain. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for constructing complex molecules with specific steric and electronic properties. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material research sectors for the development of new active ingredients and functional compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for introducing protected carboxylic acid functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific benzoic acid scaffolds.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional benzoate groups into polymer chains, altering material properties like solubility and thermal stability.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of charge-transport materials or sensitizers for optoelectronic applications.
• Custom Synthesis and R&D: A versatile starting material for contract research organizations and academic laboratories exploring new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(2-tert-Butoxy-2-Oxoethoxy)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	313709-63-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₈O₆
Molecular Weight	282.29 g/mol
Synonyms	3-[(2-tert-Butoxy-2-oxoethoxy)]benzoic acid; 3-(2-tert-Butoxy-2-oxoethoxy)benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 3-[(2-tert-butoxy-2-oxoethoxy)]-; 3-Carboxyphenyl 2-tert-butoxy-2-oxoethyl ether; 2-(3-Carboxyphenoxy)-2-oxoethyl tert-butyl ester; tert-Butyl 2-(3-carboxyphenoxy)-2-oxoacetate (tautomeric form); BOC-protected glycolic acid benzoate derivative
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Quality Control

Our 3-(2-tert-Butoxy-2-Oxoethoxy)Benzoic 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) detailing key specifications such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for research and cGMP-compliant production.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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