Description

Methyl 4-Methylbenzoate is a high-purity aromatic ester, also known as Methyl p-Toluate, serving as a versatile and critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its consistent quality and reliable performance, which are essential for ensuring batch-to-batch reproducibility in demanding industrial processes. This compound is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for the production of active ingredients, fine chemicals, and aroma compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Acts as a precursor or a component in the creation of specific aromatic compounds for perfumes and flavors.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in various organic reactions, including esterifications and transesterifications, as a starting material or protecting group.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in R&D laboratories for method development and the discovery of new chemical entities.
• Polymer Modifier: Can be used as a monomer or additive in specialty polymer formulations to alter material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-Methylbenzoate
CAS No.	99-75-2
Molecular Formula	C9H10O2
Molecular Weight	150.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl p-Toluate; p-Toluic Acid Methyl Ester; 4-Methylbenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl p-Methylbenzoate; Methyl 4-Toluate; Benzoic acid, 4-methyl-, methyl ester; Methyl para-toluate
EINECS	202-785-7

Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-Methylbenzoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, identity, 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 oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%

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