Description

Methyl 3-Cyclopropoxybenzoate is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a crucial advanced intermediate in modern chemical synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile cyclopropoxy-substituted aromatic building block for constructing more complex molecular architectures. This product is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the biological activity of the cyclopropoxy moiety.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized organic compounds used in electronic displays and optoelectronic devices.
• Fine Chemical & Flavor/Fragrance Intermediate: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex aroma chemicals and specialty fine chemicals.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for medicinal chemistry programs and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies in university and CRO laboratories.
• Polymer Modifier: Can be utilized to introduce functional aromatic esters into polymer chains, modifying material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Cyclopropoxybenzoate
CAS No.	921602-60-0
Molecular Formula	C11H12O3
Molecular Weight	192.21 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Cyclopropoxybenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-cyclopropyloxybenzoate; Benzoic acid, 3-cyclopropoxy-, methyl ester; m-Cyclopropoxybenzoic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 3-Cyclopropoxybenzoate adheres to stringent in-process controls and final batch release testing to ensure consistent high quality and purity. Each lot is analyzed against comprehensive specifications, with critical parameters including identity, assay, and impurity profiles verified by modern analytical techniques. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results 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, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 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 or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.