Description

Methyl 2-(4-formylphenoxy)propanoate is a high-purity organic ester compound featuring both formyl and ester functional groups, making it a versatile and valuable chemical intermediate. Its primary value lies in its bifunctional reactivity, which enables its use in the synthesis of more complex molecules across advanced industries. This compound is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a phenoxypropanoate backbone.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its structure contributes to biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of specialty monomers for liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Employed to introduce aldehyde and ester functionalities into polymer chains, altering physical properties like adhesion, flexibility, or cross-linking density.
• Fine Chemical & Dye Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing complex dyes, pigments, and photoinitiators used in various industrial applications.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: The formyl group makes it a suitable substrate for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions, a cornerstone of modern organic synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-(4-formylphenoxy)propanoate
CAS No.	70129-95-2
Molecular Formula	C11H12O4
Molecular Weight	208.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-(4-formylphenoxy)propionate; 4-Formylphenoxypropanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl (4-formylphenoxy)propanoate; 2-(4-Formylphenoxy)propanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl α-(p-Formylphenoxy)propionate; p-Formylphenoxypropionic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 2-(4-Carboxaldehydephenoxy)propanoate; Methyl DL-2-(4-Formylphenoxy)propanoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-(4-formylphenoxy)propanoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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