Description

3,4-Dimethylphenetole is a high-purity aromatic ether derivative, serving as a versatile and valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure makes it a critical precursor for the development of complex molecules, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty fine chemicals. This compound is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial-scale manufacturers seeking reliable, high-quality building blocks for their synthesis pipelines.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical & Fragrance Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for creating specific aromatic compounds used in flavors, fragrances, and dyes.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex ether-linked molecular architectures.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Material Precursor: Employed in the synthesis of organic compounds for electronic applications and display technologies.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	3,4-Dimethylphenetole
CAS No.	61808-04-6
Molecular Formula	C10H14O
Molecular Weight	150.22 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Ethoxy-3,4-dimethylbenzene; 3,4-Dimethyl-1-ethoxybenzene; 3,4-Dimethylphenetol; 3,4-Xylenol ethyl ether; Ethyl 3,4-dimethylphenyl ether; p-Ethoxy-o-xylene
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Quality Control

Our 3,4-Dimethylphenetole is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, maintaining an inert atmosphere (e.g., under nitrogen) is recommended to preserve stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 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.