Description

Methyl 4-Benzyloxybenzoate is a versatile organic ester compound widely utilized as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its value lies in its role as a protected phenolic acid derivative, enabling controlled reactions in complex organic syntheses. This product is essential for research and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking high-purity building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a protected benzyloxybenzoate moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a starting material or intermediate in the production of specialty chemicals for electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes.
• Polymer & Resin Modifiers: Employed in the synthesis of specialty polymers, coatings, and resins to impart specific chemical or physical properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable building block in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for constructing complex molecular architectures.
• Fragrance & Flavor Intermediates: Used in the controlled synthesis of certain aroma chemicals and flavor compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-Benzyloxybenzoate
CAS No.	62290-48-6
Molecular Formula	C15H14O3
Molecular Weight	242.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl p-Benzyloxybenzoate; 4-(Benzyloxy)benzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 4-(phenylmethoxy)-, methyl ester; Methyl 4-(phenylmethoxy)benzoate; p-Benzyloxybenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl para-Benzyloxybenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-Benzyloxybenzoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

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	< 10 ppm

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