Description

Carbonic Acid Butyl 4-Formylphenyl Ester is a specialized organic ester compound with the CAS registry number 50262-56-1. This chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its unique molecular structure. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring formylphenyl or carbonate ester functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with tailored thermal or mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in laboratory-scale and pilot-scale organic reactions, including esterifications, transesterifications, and as a protected aldehyde precursor.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds for display technologies.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a standard or reference material in analytical chemistry and method development for quality control laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Carbonic Acid Butyl 4-Formylphenyl Ester
CAS No.	50262-56-1
Molecular Formula	C12H14O4
Molecular Weight	222.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Butyl 4-Formylphenyl Carbonate; 4-Formylphenyl Butyl Carbonate; p-Formylphenyl Butyl Carbonate; 4-Hydroxymethylphenyl Butyl Carbonate (tautomer); Butyl Carbonate of 4-Hydroxybenzaldehyde; Butyl (4-formylphenoxy)formate; (4-Formylphenoxy)carbonyloxybutane
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Quality Control

Our Carbonic Acid Butyl 4-Formylphenyl Ester is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, GC for residual solvents, and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment and is 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 (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere when appropriate for prolonged use. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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