Ethyl 4-methylbenzoate | 94-08-6

Cas No :

94-08-6

Synonyms :

Form :

Liquid

Molecular Weight :

164.20 G/mol

Molecular Formula :

C₁₀H₁₂O₂

Boiling Point :

235 °c

Melting Point :

131 °c

Flash Point :

99 °c

Solubility :

Insoluble In Water, Soluble In Ethanol, Ether, And Organic Solvents

Description :

Overview of Ethyl 4-Methylbenzoate

Ethyl 4-Methylbenzoate, also referred to as 4-methylbenzoic acid ethyl Ester or P-toluic acid ethyl Ester, is an organic ester compound that is a transparent or pale yellow liquid with an incredibly fruity, sweet, and floral smell. The pleasant scent resulted from the esterification process that takes place in 4-Methylbenzoate acid by using alcohol. The result is a stabilized functional group of ester, which is bonded to a substituent for aromatic. The structure of Ethyl 4-Methylbenzoate comprises an ethyl-benzene benzene ring that is substituted at the para-position using the methyl group and the carboxylic acid group, giving the distinctive blend of aromatic aroma as well as moderate hydrophobicity.

Applications of Ethyl 4-Methylbenzoate

Fragrance Industry:

 
Used as an aromatic component for Fragranced Perfumes and cosmetics due to its sweet floral fragrance.

Flavor Enhancing Agent: 


Used as an enhancer in food products or flavor formulations to add fruity.

Pharmaceutical Intermediate:

 
Used as an integral building block to manufacture active pharmaceutical ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Organic Synthesis:

 
Organic precursor materials or intermediates may be utilised as starting materials or intermediates in esterification reactions and other organic transformation processes.


Safety & Handling Guidelines:

  • Keep in a tightly closed container, in a cool, dry area without direct heat sources or open flames, where air circulation can circulate easily.

  • Protecting yourself while handling liquid requires using chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, and appropriate clothing.

  • Health Precautions: Avoid breathing the fumes inhaled and coming in contact with skin or eyes directly, as this could result in irritations and allergic reactions in vulnerable individuals.

  • Emergency Procedures: In case of contact, flush the area affected with water before seeking medical advice if irritation continues, and/or taking appropriate fire-extinguishing measures should a fire start up.

Where to Buy Ethyl 4-Methylbenzoate?

Ethyl 4-Methylbenzoate Manufacturer in India:

ChemicalBull supplies pure and high-purity Ethyl 4-Methylbenzoate, which is ideal for scent flavor, pharmaceutical, and fragrance applications.

Ethyl 4-Methylbenzoate Distributor in the Vapi:

ChemicalBull provides large quantities of chemicals in safe packaging as well as international shipping solutions.

Ethyl 4-Methylbenzoate Supplier in Vapi:

ChemicalBull assures consistency in high-quality, competitive pricing as well as complete documentation for international customers.

Ethyl 4-Methylbenzoate MSDS:

Contact ChemicalBull to obtain the complete MSDS of Ethyl 4-Methylbenzoate. The contains details on handling safely and storage practices, as well as toxicity and emergency responses.


Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Where can I purchase Ethyl 4-Methylbenzoate?

    ChemicalBull offers a reliable global supply for this chemical product.

  2. What are the primary uses of Ethyl 4-Methylbenzoate?

    It is mainly used in fragrance formulations, flavouring, and as an intermediate in pharmaceutical and chemical synthesis.

  3. Does Ethyl 4-Methylbenzoate occur naturally?

    No, it is a synthetically prepared ester and does not occur naturally in significant amounts.

ChemicalBull supplies Ethyl 4-methylbenzoate across India, serving customers in Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha, Punjab, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and West Bengal, as well as the Union Territories of Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Chandigarh, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu, Delhi, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Lakshadweep, and Puducherry. We serve pharmaceutical, chemical, research, academic, laboratory, manufacturing, and industrial customers with reliable nationwide delivery.