Description

Methyl 3-m-Tolylacrylate is a high-purity specialty acrylate ester monomer, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in introducing the 3-methylphenylacrylate functional group, enabling the creation of polymers and fine chemicals with tailored properties. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for applications ranging from polymer modification to the synthesis of complex bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial synthon in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a co-monomer to impart specific characteristics like UV stability, hydrophobicity, or tailored glass transition temperatures to acrylic polymers and coatings.
• Fine Chemical Production: A versatile reagent for constructing complex organic molecules in research and scale-up laboratories.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Employed in the synthesis of specialty chemicals for electronic display and lighting applications.
• Cross-linking Agent: Utilized in formulations requiring controlled polymerization and network formation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-m-Tolylacrylate
CAS No.	95416-56-1
Molecular Formula	C12H12O2
Molecular Weight	188.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-methylcinnamate; Methyl 3-methylbenzeneacrylate; 3-Methylcinnamic acid methyl ester; Methyl (3-methylphenyl)propenoate; Methyl m-tolylacrylate; 2-Propenoic acid, 3-(3-methylphenyl)-, methyl ester; 3-(3-Methylphenyl)acrylic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-m-Tolylacrylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and GC for residual solvents, to ensure it meets exacting specifications for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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