Description

4-(Dimethylamino)Benzoic Acid Phenacyl Ester is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of benzoic acid esters, serving as a key intermediate and functional material in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which incorporates both a phenacyl group and a dimethylamino substituent, making it a versatile building block for photoactive and pharmaceutical applications. This product is essential for research institutions, fine chemical manufacturers, and companies developing photoinitiators, specialty polymers, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Photoinitiator Synthesis: A crucial precursor in the manufacturing of photoinitiators used in UV-curable inks, coatings, and adhesives.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Used as a versatile reagent in academic and industrial research laboratories for constructing complex organic molecules.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a functional monomer or additive in the development of specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Employed as an intermediate in the production of certain dyes and functional colorants.
• Analytical Chemistry: Can be utilized as a derivatization agent or a standard in chromatographic analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Dimethylamino)Benzoic Acid Phenacyl Ester
CAS No.	55153-13-4
Molecular Formula	C17H17NO3
Molecular Weight	283.32 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Dimethylamino)benzoic acid 2-oxo-2-phenylethyl ester; Phenacyl 4-(dimethylamino)benzoate; 2-Oxo-2-phenylethyl 4-(dimethylamino)benzoate; DMABA Phenacyl Ester; p-(Dimethylamino)benzoic Acid Phenacyl Ester; 4-Dimethylaminobenzoic Acid Phenacyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 4-(dimethylamino)-, 2-oxo-2-phenylethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(Dimethylamino)Benzoic Acid Phenacyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA), detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 alkalis and incompatible organic solvents. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and transfer should be minimized under direct light exposure.

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%

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