Description

Ethyl 3-Hydroxy-2-Phenylacrylate is a versatile organic ester compound that serves as a key intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both hydroxyl and acrylate functionalities, makes it a valuable building block for creating more complex molecules. This product is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex ester or acrylic acid backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactive sites for molecular diversification.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in organic synthesis for creating flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or co-monomer in the development of specialty polymers with tailored properties, such as UV-curable resins or functional coatings.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a standard or starting material in academic and industrial R&D labs for methodological studies and novel compound discovery.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-Hydroxy-2-Phenylacrylate
CAS No.	76636-17-4
Molecular Formula	C11H12O3
Molecular Weight	192.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-Hydroxy-2-phenylpropenoate; 2-Propenoic acid, 3-hydroxy-2-phenyl-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-phenyl-3-hydroxyacrylate; Ethyl β-hydroxycinnamate; 3-Hydroxy-2-phenylacrylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl (Z)-3-hydroxy-2-phenylacrylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3-Hydroxy-2-Phenylacrylate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the required specifications for your application. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

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	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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