Description

4-Ethoxyphenol is a versatile phenolic ether compound with significant industrial utility. Its chemical structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules, particularly in the fine chemical and pharmaceutical sectors. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the agrochemical, fragrance, and polymer industries seeking a reliable building block for advanced synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Serves as a building block for creating specific aromatic compounds used in perfumery and flavorings.
• Polymer Stabilizer and Antioxidant: Functions as an intermediate for manufacturing antioxidants that protect polymers from thermal and oxidative degradation.
• Photographic Chemical: Can be utilized in the synthesis of certain photographic developers and other light-sensitive materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in various organic reactions, including etherification and as a protecting group for phenols in multi-step syntheses.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Ethoxyphenol
CAS No.	622-62-8
Molecular Formula	C8H10O2
Molecular Weight	138.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Hydroquinone monoethyl ether; p-Ethoxyphenol; 1-Hydroxy-4-ethoxybenzene; 4-Hydroxyphenetole; Phenol, 4-ethoxy-; EQ; MEHQ (Monoethyl ether of hydroquinone); p-Hydroxyphenetole
EINECS	210-748-1

Quality Control

Our 4-Ethoxyphenol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your quality requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	64 - 68 °C
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.