Description

4-(2-Methylphenoxy)Benzoic Acid is a high-purity organic compound serving as a versatile synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its molecular structure makes it a valuable building block for creating more complex molecules with specific functional properties. This product is essential for research and development laboratories and industrial-scale production within the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting specific biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a core component or a side-chain modifier in the production of advanced liquid crystal displays (LCDs).
• Polymer Additive: Functions as a monomer or a modifier to impart specific thermal or chemical resistance properties to specialty polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex aromatic ethers and carboxylic acid derivatives.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized dyes and organic pigments requiring specific light-fastness and color properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(2-Methylphenoxy)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	355154-50-6
Molecular Formula	C14H12O3
Molecular Weight	228.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylphenoxybenzoic Acid; 4-(o-Tolyloxy)benzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 4-(2-methylphenoxy)-; 4-(2-Methyl-phenoxy)-benzoic acid; p-(2-Methylphenoxy)benzoic Acid; 4-Hydroxybenzoic acid 2-methylphenyl ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(2-Methylphenoxy)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment ensures reliability for your critical synthesis processes.

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 and incompatible materials.

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.