Description

[2-Oxo-2-(4-Phenylphenyl)Ethyl] 4-Methylbenzoate is a specialized organic ester compound with a distinct biphenyl and benzoate structure. This chemical is valued as a versatile synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, offering precise molecular architecture for complex chemical development. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for creating novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing new-generation herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a core component or dopant in the production of advanced display materials due to its rigid, conjugated biphenyl structure.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains, altering physical properties like thermal stability or solubility.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Investigated for use in electron-transport or host materials in OLED device fabrication.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research exploring new organic reactions and catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	[2-Oxo-2-(4-Phenylphenyl)Ethyl] 4-Methylbenzoate
CAS No.	4347-74-4
Molecular Formula	C22H18O3
Molecular Weight	330.38 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methylbenzoic Acid [2-Oxo-2-(4-biphenylyl)ethyl] Ester; p-Toluic Acid 2-(4-Biphenylyl)-2-oxoethyl Ester; 2-(4-Biphenylyl)-2-oxoethyl 4-methylbenzoate; Biphenyl-4-yl[2-(4-methylbenzoyloxy)acetyl]methanone; (4-Biphenylyl)(2-{[(4-methylphenyl)carbonyl]oxy}acetyl)methanone; Oxo(4-phenylphenyl)acetic acid 4-methylphenyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our [2-Oxo-2-(4-Phenylphenyl)Ethyl] 4-Methylbenzoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after use to prevent moisture absorption, which may affect product stability and performance.

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)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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