Description

Methyl (2-Formylphenoxy)Acetate is a versatile aromatic ester building block, primarily valued for its reactive formyl and ester functional groups. This compound is essential for the synthesis of complex molecules, offering a key intermediate for constructing pharmacologically active scaffolds and advanced materials. It is particularly relevant for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce specific phenoxyacetate motifs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with anti-inflammatory or analgesic properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides and plant growth regulators, leveraging the phenoxyacetic acid derivative structure.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile starting material for creating complex heterocycles, ligands for catalysis, and other fine chemicals.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials requiring specific aromatic ester linkages.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl (2-Formylphenoxy)Acetate
CAS No.	40359-34-0
Molecular Formula	C10H10O4
Molecular Weight	194.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (2-formylphenoxy)acetate; (2-Formylphenoxy)acetic acid methyl ester; Methyl (o-formylphenoxy)acetate; 2-Formylphenoxyacetic acid methyl ester; Acetic acid, 2-(2-formylphenoxy)-, methyl ester; Methyl 2-(2-formylphenoxy)acetate; Salicylaldehyde O-acetic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl (2-Formylphenoxy)Acetate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your research or production requirements.

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). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation and to minimize degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 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.