Description

Butyric Acid 3-Methylphenyl Ester is a specialized aromatic ester compound valued for its unique organoleptic and chemical properties. This product serves as a versatile intermediate and functional ingredient in high-value synthesis and formulation processes. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and fine chemical industries for its ability to impart specific characteristics or undergo targeted reactions.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Used as a building block or modifier in the creation of complex aromatic profiles for perfumes, cosmetics, and food flavorings.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthetic precursor in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as an acylating agent or protecting group reagent in multi-step synthetic pathways for research and development.
• Specialty Polymer Additive: Employed as a plasticizer or modifier to alter the flexibility, solubility, or processing characteristics of specialty polymers.
• Agrochemical Formulation: Utilized as an intermediate in the synthesis of certain pesticides or as a component in advanced delivery systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butyric Acid 3-Methylphenyl Ester
CAS No.	7476-80-4
Molecular Formula	C11H14O2
Molecular Weight	178.23 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methylphenyl butyrate; m-Cresyl butyrate; m-Tolyl butanoate; Butanoic acid, 3-methylphenyl ester; m-Methylphenyl butyrate; 3-Tolyl butyrate; FEMA 3857; Butyric acid, m-tolyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Butyric Acid 3-Methylphenyl Ester is produced under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets stringent purity and identity specifications, with testing typically including assay, identification, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting these results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your requirements.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.495 - 1.505
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	1.010 - 1.030

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