Description

o-Acetylphenyl Benzoate is a high-purity organic ester compound widely utilized as a versatile chemical intermediate. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, which makes it a key building block for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced manufacturing processes. This product is essential for research and development laboratories and industrial-scale production within the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a protected phenolic or benzoate moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where its specific ester linkage is integral to the final product's activity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex organic frameworks, including dyes, fragrances, and liquid crystals.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be employed as a monomer or modifying agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers with tailored thermal or mechanical properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed and other metal-mediated coupling reactions to form new carbon-carbon bonds.

Basic Information

Product Name	o-Acetylphenyl Benzoate
CAS No.	4010-33-7
Molecular Formula	C15H12O3
Molecular Weight	240.26 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Acetylphenyl Benzoate; Benzoic Acid 2-Acetylphenyl Ester; o-Acetoxybenzophenone; 2-Acetoxybenzophenone; (2-Acetylphenoxy)benzoate; 1-(2-Benzoyloxyphenyl)ethanone; Acetylphenyl Benzoate (ortho isomer)
EINECS	223-672-5

Quality Control

Our o-Acetylphenyl Benzoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for use as a pharmaceutical intermediate and in other critical applications.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly closed when not in use to minimize exposure to moisture.

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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities	≤ 2.0%

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