Description

4-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)Benzoic Acid is a specialized benzoic acid derivative featuring an ethoxyethoxy side chain, which imparts unique solubility and reactivity characteristics. This compound is valued as a versatile chemical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of functional materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to introduce specific ether-linked aromatic functionalities into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those requiring solubilizing ether linkages.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for mesogens and electron-transport materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Agrochemical Active Ingredient Development: Used in creating herbicides and fungicides with modified bioavailability and environmental persistence.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated as a comonomer or end-capping agent to alter the solubility and thermal properties of engineering plastics and coatings.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in coupling reactions (e.g., esterification, amidation) to introduce benzoic acid groups with enhanced solubility.
• UV Absorber & Stabilizer Precursor: Intermediate for manufacturing light stabilizers used in plastics, paints, and personal care formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	40782-64-7
Molecular Formula	C11H14O4
Molecular Weight	210.23 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-(2-ethoxyethoxy)-; p-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)benzoic acid; 2-[4-(Carboxyphenyl)oxy]ethoxyethane; 4-Carboxyphenyl 2-ethoxyethyl ether; 4-(β-Ethoxyethoxy)benzoic acid; EEBA; Contact for additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Every batch of 4-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under a cGMP-compliant quality management system (ISO 9001 certified) to ensure traceability and consistency. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR, purity assessment by HPLC, and control of specified impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results against agreed specifications is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	85 - 89 °C
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤0.5%; Total impurities ≤1.5%

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