Description

3-(4-Isopropylphenyl)Butanoic Acid is a high-purity aromatic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring an isopropylphenyl group, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its aromatic backbone.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a core component or side-chain modifier in the manufacture of liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diode (OLED) materials.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Intermediate for synthesizing specific aromatic compounds used in high-value perfumery and flavoring agents.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional groups into polymer chains, enhancing properties like adhesion, solubility, or thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in constructing complex organic frameworks and exploring new chemical reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(4-Isopropylphenyl)Butanoic Acid
CAS No.	53086-50-3
Molecular Formula	C13H18O2
Molecular Weight	206.28 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(4-Isopropylphenyl)butyric acid; 3-[4-(1-Methylethyl)phenyl]butanoic Acid; 4-Isopropyl-β-methylhydrocinnamic Acid; Benzenebutanoic acid, β-methyl-4-(1-methylethyl)-; 53086-50-3; 3-(p-Isopropylphenyl)butyric acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(4-Isopropylphenyl)Butanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the highest standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with complete traceability are provided for every shipment, supporting compliance in cGMP and ISO 9001 environments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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