Description

Methyl 4-Formylbenzoate Dimethyl Acetal is a high-purity, protected aldehyde derivative of methyl 4-formylbenzoate, serving as a versatile and stable synthetic intermediate. This compound is crucial for advanced organic synthesis, offering a protected formyl group that prevents unwanted side reactions during multi-step processes. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing substituted benzoate or benzaldehyde motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the protected aldehyde functionality is essential.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a critical starting material for synthesizing aromatic cores used in electronic display technologies.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Employed to introduce reactive or functional groups into polymer chains to alter physical properties.
• Fine Chemical & Dye Intermediate: Facilitates the production of complex dyes, pigments, and photostabilizers.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) for biaryl synthesis.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and novel compound library synthesis in research laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Methyl 4-Formylbenzoate Dimethyl Acetal
CAS No.	42228-16-0
Molecular Formula	C11H14O4
Molecular Weight	210.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-(Dimethoxymethyl)benzoate; Methyl p-(Dimethoxymethyl)benzoate; 4-(Dimethoxymethyl)benzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 4-(dimethoxymethyl)-, methyl ester; Methyl 4-Formylbenzoate Dimethyl Acetal; p-(Methoxycarbonyl)benzaldehyde Dimethyl Acetal
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-Formylbenzoate Dimethyl Acetal is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and available upon request 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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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