Description

Benzoic Acid, 4-(Dibutylamino)-, Methyl Ester is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of substituted benzoate esters. This chemical is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of advanced materials and functional chemicals, offering a unique combination of a benzoate core with a dialkylamino substituent. It is primarily utilized by research and development laboratories, as well as industrial manufacturers in the fine chemical and pharmaceutical sectors, for creating novel compounds with specific optical or electronic properties.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the multi-step synthesis of complex organic molecules, including dyes, pigments, and pharmaceutical candidates.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D settings for exploring new reactions and developing novel chemical entities with tailored functionalities.
• Functional Material Precursor: A potential precursor in the development of advanced materials, such as organic semiconductors or light-harvesting components, due to its electron-donating dialkylamino group.
• Liquid Crystal and Dye Synthesis: May be employed in the synthesis of specialty dyes and liquid crystal compounds where specific molecular alignment and light-absorption properties are required.
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Can be utilized in the development pathway for certain agrochemicals, contributing to the structure of active ingredients.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 4-(Dibutylamino)-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	398469-99-3
Molecular Formula	C16H25NO2
Molecular Weight	263.38 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Dibutylamino)benzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-(dibutylamino)benzoate; p-(Dibutylamino)benzoic acid methyl ester; Benzoic acid, p-(dibutylamino)-, methyl ester; 4-(N,N-Dibutylamino)methyl benzoate
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Quality Control

Our production of Benzoic Acid, 4-(Dibutylamino)-, Methyl Ester adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. 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 area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content	≤ 0.5%

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