Description

Methyl 3-(2-Methoxyphenyl)Acrylate is a high-purity, versatile acrylate ester monomer characterized by its methoxyphenyl functional group. This compound is a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its ability to introduce specific aromatic and reactive functionalities into target molecules. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for applications requiring precise molecular architecture.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex aromatic backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: Serves as a functional monomer for creating polymers with tailored properties like UV absorption, adhesion, or specific refractive indices.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in multi-step organic synthesis for fragrances, dyes, and other high-value chemical products.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a building block in the synthesis of advanced electronic and display materials.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Useful substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions such as Heck couplings for C-C bond formation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-(2-Methoxyphenyl)Acrylate
CAS No.	98288-15-4
Molecular Formula	C11H12O3
Molecular Weight	192.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (2E)-3-(2-Methoxyphenyl)-2-propenoate; Methyl (E)-3-(o-Methoxyphenyl)acrylate; 2-Propenoic acid, 3-(2-methoxyphenyl)-, methyl ester, (2E)-; Methyl trans-3-(2-Methoxyphenyl)acrylate; o-Methoxycinnamic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-(o-Methoxyphenyl)acrylate; (E)-Methyl 3-(2-methoxyphenyl)acrylate
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-(2-Methoxyphenyl)Acrylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a 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 stability.

Specification

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