Description

Ethyl 4-tert-Butylbenzoylformate is a high-purity organic ester compound, identified by CAS number 80120-36-1. This specialty chemical serves as a critical intermediate in the synthesis of advanced materials and fine chemicals, valued for its specific reactivity and structural features. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and performance chemical industries for developing novel compounds and process optimization.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring the 4-tert-butylbenzoyl moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and UV stabilizers for polymers and coatings.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecular architectures via esterification and condensation reactions.
• Flavor and Fragrance Intermediate: Potential use in the synthesis of aromatic compounds for specialty fragrance applications.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Ethyl 4-tert-Butylbenzoylformate
CAS No.	80120-36-1
Molecular Formula	C14H18O3
Molecular Weight	234.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-oxo-2-(4-tert-butylphenyl)acetate; 4-tert-Butylbenzoylformic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl (4-tert-butylbenzoyl)formate; Ethyl α-oxo-4-tert-butylbenzeneacetate; Ethyl 2-(4-tert-butylphenyl)-2-oxoacetate; Ethyl 4-(tert-butyl)benzoylformate; Ethyl p-tert-butylbenzoylformate
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 4-tert-Butylbenzoylformate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.