Description

Ethyl 4-Ethoxybenzoylformate is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile benzoylformate backbone with an ethoxy substituent, enabling precise molecular construction for specialized applications. This product is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials industries seeking reliable, high-quality building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a substituted benzoylformate moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating novel chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for manufacturing dyes, pigments, and specialty polymers where specific aromatic esters are required.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex organic molecules and exploring new reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 4-Ethoxybenzoylformate
CAS No.	70080-61-4
Molecular Formula	C12H14O4
Molecular Weight	222.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-ethoxybenzoylformate; Ethyl (4-ethoxyphenyl)(oxo)acetate; 4-Ethoxybenzoylformic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl α-oxo-4-ethoxybenzeneacetate; Ethyl 2-oxo-2-(4-ethoxyphenyl)acetate; 4-Ethoxyphenylglyoxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 4-ethoxy-α-oxobenzeneacetate
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 4-Ethoxybenzoylformate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets exacting standards for use in sensitive synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.