Description

Benzoic Acid,4-(4-Methylbenzoyl)-, Methyl Ester is a specialized organic ester derivative of benzoic acid, featuring a 4-methylbenzoyl substituent. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the production of complex molecules with high specificity. It is primarily required by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for research and development, as well as process-scale synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Serves as a crucial precursor for constructing complex organic frameworks in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the production of dyes, pigments, and performance chemicals where specific aromatic structures are required.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or additive in the development of advanced polymeric materials with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid,4-(4-Methylbenzoyl)-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	64141-11-3
Molecular Formula	C16H14O3
Molecular Weight	254.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-(4-Methylbenzoyl)benzoate; 4-(4-Methylbenzoyl)benzoic Acid Methyl Ester; 4-(p-Toluoyl)benzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 4-(p-Toluoyl)benzoate; Benzoic acid, 4-(4-methylbenzoyl)-, methyl ester; 4-(4-Methylbenzoyl)benzoate Methyl Ester; p-(p-Toluoyl)benzoic Acid Methyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzoic Acid,4-(4-Methylbenzoyl)-, Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive quality assurance, with Certificates of Analysis (COA) available for every shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our standard grade meets typical requirements for industrial synthesis, and we can support development of custom specifications to align with your specific project needs.

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 incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and strong acids.

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%

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