Description
4-Pentoxybenzoic Acid (CAS No. 15872-41-0) is a high-purity organic compound with the molecular formula C12H16O3. This white crystalline solid is a derivative of benzoic acid, featuring a pentyloxy substituent at the para position, making it valuable for synthetic and material science applications. With a molecular weight of 208.25 g/mol, it exhibits excellent solubility in organic solvents such as ethanol, methanol, and dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO). Ideal for researchers in liquid crystal chemistry, pharmaceutical intermediates, and polymer synthesis, this compound is rigorously tested for purity (typically ≥98% by HPLC or GC analysis) and consistency. Available in scalable quantities, it is packaged under inert conditions to ensure stability and longevity.
Properties
- CAS Number: 15872-41-0
- Complexity: 183
- IUPAC Name: 4-pentoxybenzoic acid
- InChI: InChI=1S/C12H16O3/c1-2-3-4-9-15-11-7-5-10(6-8-11)12(13)14/h5-8H,2-4,9H2,1H3,(H,13,14)
- InChI Key: OZPPUPJQRJYTNY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Exact Mass: 208.109944368
- Molecular Formula: C12H16O3
- Molecular Weight: 208.25
- SMILES: CCCCCOC1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=O)O
- Topological: 46.5
- Monoisotopic Mass: 208.109944368
- Synonyms: 4-(Pentyloxy)benzoic acid, 4-n-Pentyloxybenzoic acid, Benzoic acid, 4-(pentyloxy)-, p-Pentoxybenzoic acid, p-n-Pentyloxybenzoic acid, Benzoic acid, p-(pentyloxy)-, p-(Pentyloxy)benzoic acid, NSC 71397, AI3-12067, DTXSID7065962, DTXCID1035107, Benzoic acid, p-(pentyloxy)-(8CI), 681-464-7, 15872-41-0, 4-Pentyloxybenzoic acid, 4-Pentoxybenzoic acid, p-Pentyloxybenzoic acid, 4-n-Amyloxybenzoic acid, 4-Amyloxybenzoic Acid, MFCD00013990, p-n-pentoxybenzoic acid, p-n-Amyloxybenzoic acid, SCHEMBL503727, ALBB-000944, NSC71397, BBL037015, GEO-02094, NSC-71397, SBB007786, STK501097, AKOS000119528, UPCMLD0ENAT5641072:001, NCGC00340992-01, AS-40123, DB-001302, A0708, CS-0152127, ST45046734, EN300-18114, AB00626314-03, Z57169477, F3146-0009
Application
4-Pentoxybenzoic acid is widely utilized in the synthesis of liquid crystalline materials due to its mesogenic properties. It serves as a key intermediate in the preparation of advanced organic frameworks and pharmaceutical precursors. Researchers also employ it in polymer modification to enhance thermal and optical characteristics. Its compatibility with esterification and etherification reactions makes it versatile for fine chemical production.
Safety and Hazards
GHS Hazard Statements
- H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
- H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
- H335 (100%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]
Precautionary Statements
- P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P280, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P321, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, and P501
Hazard Classes and Categories
- Skin Irrit. 2 (100%)
- Eye Irrit. 2A (100%)
- STOT SE 3 (100%)
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