Description

Ethyl 4-(4-Chlorophenoxy)Butanoate is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a crucial chemical intermediate in advanced synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile phenoxy-containing building block for the development of more complex molecules. This product is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to construct active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a chlorophenoxy moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where the phenoxy group is a common structural feature.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A versatile reagent for constructing complex esters and ethers in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of specialty monomers for advanced materials.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in custom synthesis and contract manufacturing for specialized chemical products.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 4-(4-Chlorophenoxy)Butanoate
CAS No.	59227-79-1
Molecular Formula	C12H15ClO3
Molecular Weight	242.70 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-(p-Chlorophenoxy)butyrate; 4-(4-Chlorophenoxy)butyric Acid Ethyl Ester; Butanoic acid, 4-(4-chlorophenoxy)-, ethyl ester; Ethyl (4-(4-chlorophenoxy)butanoate); p-Chlorophenoxybutyric Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 4-(4-Chlorophenoxy)butyrate; Ethyl γ-(p-Chlorophenoxy)butyrate
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 4-(4-Chlorophenoxy)Butanoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for use as a chemical intermediate. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each 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 controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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