Description

3-(3,5-Dimethoxyphenyl)Propionic Acid Methyl Ester is a versatile aromatic ester building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the production of complex molecules, offering a defined aromatic core with methoxy and ester functionalities for further chemical elaboration. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with a substituted phenylpropionic acid backbone.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a building block for creating advanced organic electronic materials due to its aromatic and methoxy-substituted structure.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, and fragrances requiring specific aromatic esters.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Utilized as a standard or starting material in organic chemistry research for method development and novel compound libraries.
• Polymer Modifier Synthesis: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the creation of specialty polymers with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(3,5-Dimethoxyphenyl)Propionic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	886-51-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₆O₄
Molecular Weight	224.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-(3,5-dimethoxyphenyl)propionate; 3,5-Dimethoxyphenylpropionic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 3,5-Dimethoxyhydrocinnamate; 3-(3,5-Dimethoxyphenyl)propanoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl β-(3,5-Dimethoxyphenyl)propionate; NSC 404080; Hydrocinnamic acid, 3,5-dimethoxy-, methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our 3-(3,5-Dimethoxyphenyl)Propionic Acid Methyl Ester is produced under strict quality management protocols. We offer material suitable for research and industrial synthesis, with standard purity grades typically exceeding 95% (by HPLC). Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available for every batch upon request, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your project specifications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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