Description

(Propoxymethyl)Benzene is a specialized organic compound featuring a benzene ring substituted with a propoxymethyl group. This structure makes it a valuable intermediate and functional component in advanced chemical synthesis, where its ether linkage and aromatic character are leveraged. It is primarily utilized by industries involved in the production of fine chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other drug candidates.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile precursor for creating complex molecules in research and industrial-scale organic chemistry.
• Agrochemical Production: Used in the development and manufacturing of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Functions as a monomer or additive to impart specific properties like flexibility or solubility to polymeric materials.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Employed in the synthesis of components for display technologies and other electronic applications.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: May be used as an intermediate for synthesizing specific aromatic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Propoxymethyl)Benzene
CAS No.	937-61-1
Molecular Formula	C10H14O
Molecular Weight	150.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzyl Propyl Ether; (Propoxymethyl)benzene; 1-(Propoxymethyl)benzene; Benzyl n-Propyl Ether; α-Propoxy toluene; NSC 406108; Phenylmethyl propyl ether; Propyl benzyl ether
EINECS	213-333-3

Quality Control

Our (Propoxymethyl)Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters 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 away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.485 - 1.495
Density (20°C)	0.930 - 0.950 g/mL

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