Description

Methyl 3-Oxo-3-Phenylpropanoate is a versatile keto-ester building block, also known as methyl benzoylacetate, prized for its reactive β-ketoester functionality. This compound is essential for synthesizing complex molecules, offering a critical pathway to heterocycles, pharmaceuticals, and fine chemicals. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance sectors for advanced organic synthesis and process development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including anti-inflammatory and cardiovascular drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical & Fragrance Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for aroma chemicals and other specialty organic compounds.
• Heterocyclic Chemistry: A crucial starting material for the preparation of pyrazoles, pyrimidines, and other nitrogen-containing heterocycles.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for novel synthetic route exploration and methodology studies.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a ligand or precursor for metal-organic complexes and catalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Oxo-3-Phenylpropanoate
CAS No.	614-27-7
Molecular Formula	C10H10O3
Molecular Weight	178.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl Benzoylacetate; Benzoylacetic Acid Methyl Ester; 3-Oxo-3-phenylpropanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl β-Benzoylpropionate; Methyl 3-Benzoylpropanoate; Methyl Phenyl-3-oxopropanoate; Acetic acid, benzoyl-, methyl ester
EINECS	210-369-6

Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-Oxo-3-Phenylpropanoate is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and test results is provided with every shipment.

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 heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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