Description

4-Benzoylbenzenepropionic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a versatile intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its well-defined molecular structure, which provides a reliable building block for creating complex molecules with specific functional properties. This product is essential for research and development chemists, as well as production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking consistent quality for their synthetic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthetic precursor in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a benzophenone or aryl propionate moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a building block for organic electronic materials due to its conjugated aromatic system and ester functionality.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins to impart specific thermal or optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for method development, cross-coupling reactions, and as a model substrate.
• UV Absorber & Stabilizer Precursor: Acts as an intermediate in the manufacture of benzophenone-based ultraviolet light absorbers for coatings and plastics.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Benzoylbenzenepropionic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	54411-77-7
Molecular Formula	C17H16O3
Molecular Weight	268.31 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-(4-benzoylphenyl)propanoate; Methyl 4-benzoylbenzenepropionate; 3-(4-Benzoylphenyl)propionic acid methyl ester; p-Benzoylphenylpropionic Acid Methyl Ester; 4'-Benzoylphenylpropionic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzenepropanoic acid, 4-benzoyl-, methyl ester; Methyl (4-benzoylphenyl)propanoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Benzoylbenzenepropionic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

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	< 20 ppm

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