Description

Ethyl 4-Ethylbenzoylformate is a specialized organic ester compound with significant utility as a key synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in its role as a versatile building block for constructing more complex molecular architectures, particularly in fine chemical and pharmaceutical synthesis. This product is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material industries who require high-purity intermediates for complex organic transformations.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds containing benzoylformate or α-ketoester motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a building block for dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers requiring specific aromatic ester functionalities.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for novel reaction methodologies, including asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Acts as a starting material for the synthesis of chiral ligands and organometallic catalysts.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for the synthesis of complex aromatic esters used in specialty flavors and fragrances.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 4-Ethylbenzoylformate
CAS No.	62936-36-1
Molecular Formula	C12H14O3
Molecular Weight	206.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-oxo-2-(4-ethylphenyl)acetate; 4-Ethylbenzoylformic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl (4-ethylbenzoyl)formate; Ethyl α-oxo-4-ethylbenzeneacetate; Ethyl 4-ethyl-α-oxobenzeneacetate; Ethyl 2-(4-ethylphenyl)-2-oxoacetate; Ethyl (4-ethylphenyl)(oxo)acetate
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 4-Ethylbenzoylformate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopic methods, to confirm identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment and are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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