Description

2-Benzylacrylic Acid is a versatile organic acid featuring a phenylmethyl group and an acrylic acid moiety, making it a valuable building block in synthetic chemistry. This compound is essential for introducing the benzylacrylic acid functional group into target molecules, enabling the creation of advanced materials and fine chemicals. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for applications ranging from intermediate synthesis to material modification.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Serves as a monomer or co-monomer for creating specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a crucial building block for synthesizing complex organic compounds, including flavors, fragrances, and dyes.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Utilized in palladium-catalyzed reactions, such as Heck reactions, for carbon-carbon bond formation.
• Material Science Research: Employed in developing novel organic electronic materials and liquid crystals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Benzylacrylic Acid
CAS No.	5669-19-2
Molecular Formula	C10H10O2
Molecular Weight	162.19 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Phenyl-2-propenoic Acid; (E)-3-Phenylacrylic Acid (for specific isomer); trans-Cinnamic Acid, Benzylideneacetic Acid; 2-Propenoic acid, 3-phenyl-; β-Phenylacrylic Acid; Benzylidene acetate; Atropic Acid (isomer)
EINECS	227-104-7

Quality Control

Our 2-Benzylacrylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider 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	135 - 139 °C
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.