Description

3-(4-tert-Butylbenzoyl)Acrylic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring a conjugated acrylic acid moiety linked to a tert-butyl substituted benzoyl group. This unique structure makes it a valuable high-purity intermediate for synthesizing advanced functional molecules. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical manufacturers for research and production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a conjugated acid functionality.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a precursor for electron-transport materials or emissive layer components in display technologies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with specific thermal or optical properties.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Intermediate for producing dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(4-tert-Butylbenzoyl)Acrylic Acid
CAS No.	97678-86-9
Molecular Formula	C14H16O3
Molecular Weight	232.28 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(4-tert-Butylbenzoyl)prop-2-enoic acid; 2-Propenoic acid, 3-(4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)benzoyl)-; 4-tert-Butylbenzoylacrylic acid; (E)-3-(4-tert-Butylbenzoyl)acrylic acid; 3-(p-tert-Butylbenzoyl)acrylic acid; TBBAA; 97678-86-9
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-(4-tert-Butylbenzoyl)Acrylic Acid adheres to stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. 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, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from strong oxidizers, bases, and heat sources.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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