Description

Methyl-3-Methylphenoxyacetate is a versatile organic ester compound with significant utility as a key chemical intermediate. Its value lies in its functional group architecture, which makes it a crucial building block for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced manufacturing. This product is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial producers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates.

Application

Methyl-3-Methylphenoxyacetate serves as a fundamental synthetic intermediate across several high-value industries. Its primary applications include:

• Agrochemical Synthesis: A key precursor in the manufacture of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the research and production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Fragrance and Flavor Compounds: Acts as a building block for creating specific aromatic esters used in perfumery and flavoring agents.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of specialty monomers and polymers for advanced material science applications.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in developing novel organic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl-3-Methylphenoxyacetate
CAS No.	63051-20-7
Molecular Formula	C10H12O3
Molecular Weight	180.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (3-methylphenoxy)acetate; Acetic acid, 2-(3-methylphenoxy)-, methyl ester; 3-Methylphenoxyacetic acid methyl ester; m-Cresyloxyacetic acid methyl ester; Methyl m-tolyloxyacetate; Methyl 3-methylphenoxyacetate; (3-Methylphenoxy)acetic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Methyl-3-Methylphenoxyacetate is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for use as a pharmaceutical and agrochemical intermediate.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

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%

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