Description

4-Methoxyphenethyl Isocyanate is a versatile aromatic isocyanate building block used in the synthesis of advanced chemical intermediates. This compound is valued for its reactivity, enabling the formation of ureas, carbamates, and other functional groups critical in specialty chemistry. It is primarily utilized by research and development teams, as well as process chemists, in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for creating novel active ingredients and performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those requiring phenethylamine or urea-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Modification: Serves as a reactive monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polyurethanes and polyurea coatings with tailored properties.
• Chemical Research: Essential reagent in organic synthesis for introducing the isocyanate functional group into complex molecules.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the creation of novel ligands for metal complexes and organocatalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methoxyphenethyl Isocyanate
CAS No.	52634-59-0
Molecular Formula	C10H11NO2
Molecular Weight	177.20 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Isocyanato-2-(4-methoxyphenyl)ethane; 2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)ethyl isocyanate; p-Methoxyphenethyl isocyanate; 4-Methoxyphenethylisocyanate; (4-Methoxyphenyl)ethyl isocyanate; 52634-59-0; 2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)ethan-1-yl isocyanate
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Quality Control

Our 4-Methoxyphenethyl Isocyanate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC or HPLC and identification by FT-IR, to ensure it meets the specified purity of 97% (typical). We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every shipment upon request, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 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.