Description

4-(4-Phenoxyphenyl)Butanoic Acid is a high-purity organic compound with the CAS registry number 6958-94-7. This versatile intermediate is valued for its role in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in advanced material and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds with diphenyl ether or extended aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal monomers.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce phenoxy-phenyl side chains into polymers to alter physical properties like thermal stability and solubility.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial research in organic chemistry, particularly in carbon chain extension and functional group transformations.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals where specific aromatic architectures are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(4-Phenoxyphenyl)Butanoic Acid
CAS No.	6958-94-7
Molecular Formula	C16H16O3
Molecular Weight	256.30 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4-Phenoxyphenyl)butyric acid; 4-Phenoxybenzenebutanoic acid; Benzenebutanoic acid, 4-phenoxy-; γ-(p-Phenoxyphenyl)butyric acid; 4-(4-Phenoxyphenyl)butanoic acid; 4-Phenoxyphenylbutyric acid; p-Phenoxyphenylbutyric acid; 6958-94-7
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(4-Phenoxyphenyl)Butanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality commitment supports compliance with cGMP and ICH guidelines for pharmaceutical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled 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	≤ 20 ppm

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