Description

p-Methoxybenzoic Acid p-Cyanophenyl Ester is a high-purity organic ester compound, also known as 4-Methoxybenzoic acid 4-cyanophenyl ester. This specialty chemical serves as a critical advanced intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, offering a unique combination of methoxy and cyano functional groups. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a benzoate ester linkage with electron-withdrawing substituents.
• Liquid Crystal Material Synthesis: Serves as a precursor or intermediate in the production of nematic and smectic liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its specific aromatic structure is beneficial.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and high-performance resins.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis Research: A valuable substrate for studying esterification, transesterification, and other catalytic organic reactions in academic and industrial labs.
• Advanced Material Development: Employed in the research of organic semiconductors, non-linear optical (NLO) materials, and other functional organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	p-Methoxybenzoic Acid p-Cyanophenyl Ester
CAS No.	74471-18-4
Molecular Formula	C15H11NO3
Molecular Weight	253.25 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methoxybenzoic acid 4-cyanophenyl ester; 4-Cyanophenyl 4-methoxybenzoate; p-Cyanophenyl p-methoxybenzoate; 4-Methoxybenzoyloxy-4'-cyanobenzene; Anisic acid p-cyanophenyl ester; 74471-18-4; p-Methoxybenzoic acid p-cyanophenyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our p-Methoxybenzoic Acid p-Cyanophenyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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