Description

3-Isobutyl-Benzoic Acid is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of substituted benzoic acids. This chemical serves as a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the creation of more complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel 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 core for bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, including liquid crystals and charge-transport layers for display technologies.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce aromatic and carboxylic acid functionality into polymer chains, altering physical properties like thermal stability and solubility.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Serves as a versatile starting material or ligand precursor in metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other complex organic transformations.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Utilized as an intermediate for synthesizing specific aromatic compounds used in high-value fragrance and flavor formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Isobutyl-Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	565450-43-3
Molecular Formula	C11H14O2
Molecular Weight	178.23 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(2-Methylpropyl)benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 3-(2-methylpropyl)-; m-Isobutylbenzoic Acid; 3-Isobutylbenzoic Acid; 565450-43-3; AI3-40855; SCHEMBL2186821; DTXSID60672969
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Isobutyl-Benzoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing all critical specifications to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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