Description

p-Tolyl Hexanoate is a high-purity organic ester compound, valued for its role as a versatile intermediate and specialty solvent in advanced chemical synthesis. Its controlled molecular structure makes it a critical component for achieving specific performance characteristics in final formulations. This product is essential for manufacturers in the fragrance, pharmaceutical, and polymer industries seeking reliable and consistent raw materials.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of aromatic esters for creating specific, long-lasting scent profiles in perfumes and flavoring agents.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block or protecting group in the multi-step synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Polymer Plasticizer: Acts as a specialty plasticizer or co-monomer to modify the flexibility, durability, and processing characteristics of polymeric materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as an acylating agent or solvent in various organic reactions, including esterifications and transesterifications.
• Specialty Solvent: Functions as a high-boiling-point solvent for resins, inks, and coatings where controlled evaporation rates are required.
• Lubricant Additive: Used as a synthetic base oil or additive component to enhance the performance properties of industrial lubricants.

Basic Information

Product Name	p-Tolyl Hexanoate
CAS No.	68141-11-7
Molecular Formula	C13H18O2
Molecular Weight	206.28 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methylphenyl hexanoate; Hexanoic acid, 4-methylphenyl ester; p-Cresyl hexanoate; 4-Tolyl hexanoate; p-Tolyl caproate; 4-Methylphenyl caproate; Hexanoic acid p-tolyl ester; p-Methylphenyl hexanoate
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Quality Control

Our p-Tolyl Hexanoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting compliance with agreed specifications are available 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 oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.485 - 1.495
Density (20°C)	0.97 - 1.00 g/mL

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