Description

4-(4-Chloro-Benzyloxy)-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its value lies in its well-defined molecular structure, which provides a versatile scaffold for constructing more complex molecules in regulated industries. This product is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers working in pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, where precise chemical building blocks are required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a benzyloxy-benzoate moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of advanced organic electronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent for constructing complex aromatic ethers and esters in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and specialty performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(4-Chloro-Benzyloxy)-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	62290-46-4
Molecular Formula	C15H13ClO3
Molecular Weight	276.71 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-[(4-chlorophenyl)methoxy]benzoate; Methyl 4-(4-Chlorobenzyloxy)benzoate; Benzoic acid, 4-[(4-chlorophenyl)methoxy]-, methyl ester; 4-(p-Chlorobenzyloxy)benzoic acid methyl ester; p-Chlorobenzyl 4-methoxybenzoate (common misnomer); 4-(4-Chlorobenzyloxy)methyl benzoate; Methyl 4-(4-chlorobenzyloxy)benzoate; CAS 62290-46-4
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-(4-Chloro-Benzyloxy)-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester adheres to stringent in-process controls and final release testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through modern analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality management systems.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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