Description

Benzenepropanoic Acid, 4-Chloro-, Methyl Ester is a specialized organic ester compound with significant utility as a key synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in its functional group versatility, enabling its use in the construction of more complex molecules for advanced applications. This product is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it serves as a critical building block for active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with arylpropionic acid backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Fine Chemical & Dye Intermediate: Employed in the manufacture of complex dyes, pigments, and other specialty fine chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for method development and exploratory organic synthesis in research laboratories.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating specific aromatic esters used in fragrance compositions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzenepropanoic Acid, 4-Chloro-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	50561-69-8
Molecular Formula	C10H11ClO2
Molecular Weight	198.65 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Chlorohydrocinnamic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 3-(4-Chlorophenyl)propanoate; Methyl 4-Chlorobenzenepropanoate; 3-(4-Chlorophenyl)propionic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl (4-Chlorophenyl)propionate; p-Chlorohydrocinnamic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzenepropanoic acid, p-chloro-, methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Benzenepropanoic Acid, 4-Chloro-, Methyl Ester is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, assay, and impurity profiles 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, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent contamination and moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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