Description

(4-Methylphenoxy) Acetic Acid Ethyl Ester is a versatile organic ester compound with significant utility as a key synthetic intermediate. Its structure makes it valuable for constructing more complex molecules, particularly in fine chemical and pharmaceutical synthesis. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable building blocks for advanced synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the phenoxyacetic acid moiety is required.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or intermediate in the development of advanced materials and polymers.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for method development and the construction of complex molecular architectures.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential use as an intermediate for synthesizing specific aromatic esters.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4-Methylphenoxy) Acetic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	67028-40-4
Molecular Formula	C11H14O3
Molecular Weight	194.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl (4-Methylphenoxy)acetate; 4-Methylphenoxyacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; p-Cresoxyacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl p-Methylphenoxyacetate; Ethyl (p-Tolyloxy)acetate; Acetic acid, 2-(4-methylphenoxy)-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-(4-methylphenoxy)acetate
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Quality Control

Our (4-Methylphenoxy) Acetic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of our industrial and research partners. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for every shipment upon request.

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 bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.