Description

Ethyl 2,3,5,6-Tetramethylbenzoylformate is a specialized organic ester compound, recognized for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. This high-purity building block is valued for its structural features that enable precise chemical transformations under controlled conditions. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and complex organic molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used in the production of complex, high-value specialty chemicals, including advanced ligands and catalysts.
• Agrochemical Research: Acts as a building block in the development of new crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Material Science: Employed in the research and development of advanced organic materials, such as specialty polymers and functional additives.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for method development and exploratory synthesis in both academic laboratories and corporate R&D centers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2,3,5,6-Tetramethylbenzoylformate
CAS No.	80120-38-3
Molecular Formula	C15H20O3
Molecular Weight	248.32 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2,3,5,6-Tetramethylbenzoylformate; Ethyl 2,3,5,6-Tetramethylbenzoylformate; Ethyl 2,3,5,6-Tetramethyl-α-oxobenzeneacetate; 2,3,5,6-Tetramethylbenzoylformic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl (2,3,5,6-Tetramethylphenyl)(oxo)acetate; Ethyl Mesitylglyoxylate (related structure); Ethyl 2,3,5,6-Tetramethylphenylglyoxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2,3,5,6-Tetramethylbenzoylformate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.