Description

Methyl 4-[3-(4-Formylphenoxy)Propoxy]Benzoate is a high-purity organic intermediate featuring a benzoate ester core linked to a formylphenoxy moiety via a flexible propoxy spacer. This molecular architecture makes it a versatile and valuable building block for the synthesis of advanced materials and fine chemicals. It is primarily sought after by R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, liquid crystal, and polymer industries for constructing complex molecules with specific optical or structural properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting specific receptor sites.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a core building block for creating mesogenic units in advanced liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and optical devices.
• Polymer & Dendrimer Synthesis: Used to introduce photoreactive or cross-linkable groups into polymer backbones and dendritic structures for specialty coatings and resins.
• Organic Synthesis & Chemical Research: An essential reagent for constructing complex ether and ester-linked aromatic systems in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Advanced Material Development: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, non-linear optical (NLO) materials, and other functional organic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-[3-(4-Formylphenoxy)Propoxy]Benzoate
CAS No.	937602-00-1
Molecular Formula	C18H18O5
Molecular Weight	314.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzoic acid, 4-[3-(4-formylphenoxy)propoxy]-, methyl ester; Methyl 4-(3-(4-formylphenoxy)propoxy)benzoate; 4-[3-(4-Formylphenoxy)propoxy]benzoic acid methyl ester; 4-(3-(4-Formylphenoxy)propoxy)benzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl p-[3-(p-formylphenoxy)propoxy]benzoate; Methyl 4-(3-(4-oxidanylidenemethyl-phenoxy)propoxy)benzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 4-[3-(4-Formylphenoxy)Propoxy]Benzoate adheres to stringent in-process controls and final batch testing to ensure consistent high purity and reliable performance. Each lot is analyzed to confirm identity, potency, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications and test results are provided with every shipment and 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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