Description

Acetic Acid 4-(2-Hydroxyethyl)Phenyl Ester is a specialized organic ester compound of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This chemical serves as a valuable building block and intermediate for creating more complex molecules with tailored properties. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for research and development as well as production-scale applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with phenolic or ethanolamine-derived structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers, including UV-curable resins and high-performance coatings.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as an intermediate in the manufacture of organic electronic materials and display components.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in custom synthesis and contract manufacturing for complex, high-value organic molecules.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: Useful in biochemical research for attaching molecules via its reactive ester and hydroxyl groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acetic Acid 4-(2-Hydroxyethyl)Phenyl Ester
CAS No.	60037-43-6
Molecular Formula	C10H12O3
Molecular Weight	180.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phenyl acetate; 2-(4-Acetoxyphenyl)ethanol; p-(2-Hydroxyethyl)phenyl acetate; 4-Acetoxyphenethyl alcohol; Ethylene glycol monophenyl ether acetate (related); EGMPE Acetate; Hydroxyethylphenyl acetate; Phenethyl alcohol, 4-acetoxy-
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Quality Control

Our Acetic Acid 4-(2-Hydroxyethyl)Phenyl Ester is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing including HPLC, GC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specification results. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for GMP or research purposes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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