Description

Methyl 4-[(4-tert-Butylphenoxy)Methyl]Benzoate is a specialized organic ester compound with a CAS number of 834913-16-5, valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate. Its molecular structure, featuring both a benzoate ester and a tert-butylphenoxy moiety, makes it a critical building block in advanced synthesis. This product is essential for research and development chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors seeking to develop new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system or metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its phenolic ether functionality.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a starting material or a modifying agent in the development of organic electronic materials due to its rigid aromatic core and alkyl chain.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Employed to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains to alter physical properties like flexibility, adhesion, or thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis Research: Acts as a model substrate or ligand precursor in academic and industrial research exploring new catalytic reactions and methodologies.
• Fine Chemical & Flavor/Fragrance Intermediate: Potential use in the multi-step synthesis of complex fragrance molecules or other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-[(4-tert-Butylphenoxy)Methyl]Benzoate
CAS No.	834913-16-5
Molecular Formula	C19H22O3
Molecular Weight	298.38 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzoic acid, 4-[(4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)phenoxy)methyl]-, methyl ester; Methyl 4-((4-tert-butylphenoxy)methyl)benzoate; 4-[(4-tert-Butylphenoxy)methyl]benzoic acid methyl ester; p-[(p-tert-Butylphenoxy)methyl]benzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl p-[(p-tert-butylphenoxy)methyl]benzoate; Methyl 4-(4-tert-butylphenoxymethyl)benzoate; Methyl 4-[(4-tert-butylphenoxy)methyl]benzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-[(4-tert-Butylphenoxy)Methyl]Benzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, 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, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be amber-colored or stored in a dark place.

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	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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