Description

3-[4-(3-Oxobutyl)Phenoxy]Propanoic Acid is a high-purity organic intermediate featuring a phenoxy propanoic acid backbone with a ketone-functionalized side chain. This compound matters as a versatile building block for synthesizing more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and advanced material research. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of novel small-molecule drug candidates, particularly those targeting metabolic and inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a precursor for monomers and additives in specialty polymers and liquid crystal displays (LCDs).
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in coupling reactions and as a scaffold for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds in academic and industrial research.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral in the multi-step synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-[4-(3-Oxobutyl)Phenoxy]Propanoic Acid
CAS No.	926196-68-1
Molecular Formula	C13H16O4
Molecular Weight	236.26 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(3-Oxobutyl)phenoxypropanoic Acid; 3-[4-(3-Oxobutyl)phenoxy]propionic Acid; 4-(3-Carboxypropoxy)phenylacetone; β-(p-Acetonylphenoxy)propionic Acid; 926196-68-1; 3-(4-(3-Oxobutyl)phenoxy)propanoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-[4-(3-Oxobutyl)Phenoxy]Propanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. 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 provided and available upon request 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

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	< 10 ppm

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