Description

Carbonic Acid Ethyl 4-Formylphenyl Ester is a specialized organic ester compound with a molecular structure that incorporates both formyl and phenyl functionalities. This unique architecture makes it a valuable chemical intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced research and industrial applications. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical manufacturers for use in the development of active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a benzaldehyde or protected phenol derivative.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers where the formyl group enables further chemical modifications.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials due to its aromatic and reactive ester groups.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions, such as Suzuki or Heck couplings, for creating complex biaryl structures.
• Protecting Group Chemistry: The ethyl carbonate moiety can serve as a protecting group for phenols in multi-step synthetic sequences.

Basic Information

Product Name	Carbonic Acid Ethyl 4-Formylphenyl Ester
CAS No.	50262-54-9
Molecular Formula	C10H10O4
Molecular Weight	194.18 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Formylphenyl ethyl carbonate; Ethyl 4-formylphenyl carbonate; p-Formylphenyl ethyl carbonate; 4-Hydroxybenzaldehyde ethyl carbonate; Ethyl (4-formylphenoxy)formate; 4-Carbaldehyde phenyl ethyl carbonate; Benzaldehyde, 4-hydroxy-, ethyl carbonate; (4-Formylphenoxy)carbonyloxyethane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Carbonic Acid Ethyl 4-Formylphenyl Ester is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic identification (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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 heat, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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