Description

Ethyl 4-methoxyphenylacetate (CAS No. 14062-18-1) is a high-purity organic ester with the molecular formula C₁₁H₁₄O₃. This compound, also known as ethyl 2-(4-methoxyphenyl)acetate, is a versatile intermediate widely used in pharmaceutical synthesis, fragrance formulation, and organic research. Its clear to pale-yellow liquid form and characteristic mild aromatic odor make it ideal for applications requiring precise chemical reactivity. With a purity of ≥98% (GC), our product is rigorously tested to ensure consistency and reliability for laboratory and industrial use. Store in a cool, dry place under inert conditions to maintain stability.

Properties

• CAS Number: 14062-18-1
• Complexity: 171
• IUPAC Name: ethyl 2-(4-methoxyphenyl)acetate
• InChI: InChI=1S/C11H14O3/c1-3-14-11(12)8-9-4-6-10(13-2)7-5-9/h4-7H,3,8H2,1-2H3
• InChI Key: DOCCDOCIYYDLGJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Exact Mass: 194.094294304
• Molecular Formula: C11H14O3
• Molecular Weight: 194.23
• SMILES: CCOC(=O)CC1=CC=C(C=C1)OC
• Topological: 35.5
• Monoisotopic Mass: 194.094294304
• Synonyms: Ethyl 4-methoxyphenylacetate, 14062-18-1, Ethyl 2-(4-methoxyphenyl)acetate, Benzeneacetic acid, 4-methoxy-, ethyl ester, 4-Methoxyphenylacetic acid ethyl ester, ethyl (4-methoxyphenyl)acetate, ethyl p-methoxyphenylacetate, Ethyl 2-(p-anisyl)acetate, BKJ8K98X9T, p-Methoxyphenylacetic acid ethyl ester, EINECS 237-903-6, ETHYL 4-METHOXYBENZENEACETATE, NSC-24760, (4-Methoxyphenyl)acetic acid ethyl ester, 2-(p-methoxyphenyl)acetic acid ethyl ester, AI3-31085, DTXSID60161444, NSC 24760, ACETIC ACID, (P-METHOXYPHENYL)-, ETHYL ESTER, DTXCID8083935, 237-903-6, doccdociyydlgj-uhfffaoysa-n, Homoanisic Acid Ethyl Ester, Ethyl2-(4-methoxyphenyl)acetate, MFCD00040760, (4-methoxy-phenyl)-acetic acid ethyl ester, UNII-BKJ8K98X9T, SCHEMBL924496, CHEMBL473379, SCHEMBL16115920, CHEBI:194789, ethyl (4-methoxy-phenyl)-acetate, NSC24760, AKOS008947872, FE37405, Benzeneacetic acid,4-methoxy-,ethyl ester, BS-15377, DA-10571, CS-0130376, M0793, NS00024554, ST50406453, A50726

Application

Ethyl 4-methoxyphenylacetate serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, including nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and flavoring agents. It is also employed in the production of fragrances due to its mild aromatic properties. Researchers utilize this compound in organic synthesis for constructing complex molecules via esterification and coupling reactions.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

• H226 (100%): Flammable liquid and vapor [Warning Flammable liquids]

Precautionary Statements

• P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P280, P303+P361+P353, P370+P378, P403+P235, and P501

Hazard Classes and Categories

• Flam. Liq. 3 (100%)

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