Description

(Z)-Benzyl But-2-Enoate (Wxc06956) is a high-purity chemical ester with the CAS registry number 92758-75-3. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its specific stereochemistry and functional group reactivity. It is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty fragrance industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients or fine chemicals.

Application

This versatile ester intermediate finds utility in several high-value synthetic pathways:

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of chiral drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for developing novel pesticides and herbicides with specific activity profiles.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Acts as a building block for creating complex ester-based aroma molecules.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial research for Michael additions, esterifications, and other C-C bond forming reactions.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce benzyl ester functionalities into polymer chains for material science applications.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Chemicals: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of organic compounds for advanced material applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Z)-Benzyl But-2-Enoate (Wxc06956)
CAS No.	92758-75-3
Molecular Formula	C11H12O2
Molecular Weight	176.21 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-Benzyl 2-Butenoate; Benzyl (Z)-2-Butenoate; (Z)-2-Butenoic Acid Benzyl Ester; Benzyl (Z)-Crotonate; (Z)-Crotonic Acid Benzyl Ester; (Z)-1-Carboxyprop-1-en-1-yl Benzoate; Wxc06956; But-2-enoic acid (Z)-, phenylmethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our (Z)-Benzyl But-2-Enoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

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 acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Isomeric Purity (Z-Isomer)	≥ 95.0%
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.