Description

Benzoic Acid, 4-Methyl-, Phenylmethyl Ester is a versatile organic ester compound valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and functional additive. This product is essential for industries requiring precise chemical building blocks for the synthesis of more complex molecules, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers. Its specific ester structure makes it particularly useful in applications demanding controlled reactivity and specific solubility profiles.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Acts as a precursor or a component in the manufacture of aromatic compounds for perfumes and flavorings.
• Polymer and Resin Modifier: Employed as a plasticizer or a monomer in the production of specialty polymers and coatings to alter physical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in laboratory and industrial-scale organic reactions, including esterifications and transesterifications.
• UV Stabilizer and Light Absorber Precursor: Functions as an intermediate in the synthesis of compounds used to protect materials from ultraviolet degradation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 4-Methyl-, Phenylmethyl Ester
CAS No.	5467-99-2
Molecular Formula	C15H14O2
Molecular Weight	226.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzyl 4-Methylbenzoate; Benzyl p-Toluate; p-Toluic Acid Benzyl Ester; 4-Methylbenzoic Acid Phenylmethyl Ester; Benzyl p-Methylbenzoate; NSC 403107; Benzyl 4-Methylbenzenecarboxylate
EINECS	226-764-7

Quality Control

Our Benzoic Acid, 4-Methyl-, Phenylmethyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for industrial and fine chemical synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.