Description

tert-Butyl 3-Acetylbenzoate is a high-purity organic building block and ester derivative of 3-acetylbenzoic acid. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for molecules containing substituted benzoate or acetylbenzene motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic systems and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of specialty monomers and polymers requiring specific aromatic ester functionalities.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Utilized in methodological development and exploratory chemistry within R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	tert-Butyl 3-Acetylbenzoate
CAS No.	317829-73-5
Molecular Formula	C13H16O3
Molecular Weight	220.26 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Acetylbenzoic Acid tert-Butyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 3-acetyl-, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester; tert-Butyl 3-acetylbenzoate; 1,1-Dimethylethyl 3-acetylbenzoate; 3-(tert-Butoxycarbonyl)acetophenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our tert-Butyl 3-Acetylbenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.