Description

Isopropoxy(Phenyl)Acetic Acid CAS NO 5394-87-6 is a specialized organic acid derivative featuring both phenyl and isopropoxy functional groups, making it a versatile intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its unique structure is critical for introducing specific molecular motifs that enhance the properties of target compounds. This high-purity building block is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in developing compounds with specific steric and electronic properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the isopropoxy(phenyl)acetic moiety contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis, crucial for producing enantiomerically pure compounds.
• Fine Chemical and Specialty Material Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, liquid crystals, and other performance chemicals requiring precise aromatic-acetic acid architecture.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new reaction pathways in organic and medicinal chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Isopropoxy(Phenyl)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	5394-87-6
Molecular Formula	C11H14O3
Molecular Weight	194.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Isopropoxy)-2-phenylacetic acid; α-Isopropoxyphenylacetic acid; (Isopropoxy)(phenyl)ethanoic acid; 2-Phenyl-2-isopropoxyacetic acid; IPA (in specific contexts); Isopropyloxyphenylacetic acid; Phenyl(isopropoxy)acetic acid; Benzeneacetic acid, α-isopropoxy-
EINECS	226-382-5

Quality Control

Our Isopropoxy(Phenyl)Acetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, and we support our clients' regulatory needs for pharmaceutical and agrochemical submissions.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 10 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.