Description

[4-(1-Methyl-1-Phenylethyl)Phenoxy]Acetic Acid is a specialized organic acid derivative featuring a bulky tert-butyl-substituted aromatic moiety. This compound is valued as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for constructing complex molecules with tailored steric and electronic properties. It is primarily sought by research and development laboratories and fine chemical manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those requiring sterically hindered phenolic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, plant growth regulators, and other crop protection agents.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce bulky phenolic groups into polymer chains, altering material properties like thermal stability and solubility.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized as an intermediate for synthesizing dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical reactions and material science applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	[4-(1-Methyl-1-Phenylethyl)Phenoxy]Acetic Acid
CAS No.	70757-61-8
Molecular Formula	C17H18O3
Molecular Weight	270.32 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(1-Methyl-1-phenylethyl)phenoxyacetic acid; 4-(α,α-Dimethylbenzyl)phenoxyacetic acid; 4-(2-Phenylpropan-2-yl)phenoxyacetic acid; p-(1-Methyl-1-phenylethyl)phenoxyacetic acid; Acetic acid, [4-(1-methyl-1-phenylethyl)phenoxy]-; 4-tert-Butylphenoxyacetic acid, phenyl-substituted derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of [4-(1-Methyl-1-Phenylethyl)Phenoxy]Acetic Acid is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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 acids and organic solvents. The container should be kept tightly closed to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

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%

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