Description

4-Butyrylbenzoic Acid is a versatile aromatic ketone-carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a key organic intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a butyryl ketone and a benzoic acid group, makes it a valuable building block for creating complex molecules with specific functional properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting metabolic and central nervous system disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides and plant growth regulators, leveraging its aromatic backbone for bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the production of specialty polymers and liquid crystal materials for electronic displays.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Serves as a versatile building block in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex organic frameworks via reactions at either the ketone or carboxylic acid functional groups.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of advanced organic dyes and pigments, where its structure contributes to color fastness and specific chromophoric properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Butyrylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	71616-82-5
Molecular Formula	C11H12O3
Molecular Weight	192.21 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(1-Oxobutyl)benzoic Acid; 4-Butanoylbenzoic Acid; p-Butyrylbenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 4-butyryl-; 4-(3-Oxobutyl)benzoic Acid (common misnomer); 4-Carboxybutyrophenone; 4-(Oxobutyl)benzoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 4-Butyrylbenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, which includes results from HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. Our quality protocols are designed to meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications, ensuring reliability for your critical synthesis processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, ensure containers are properly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	135 - 140 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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