4-(Methoxycarbonyl)benzoic acid

Name: 4-(Methoxycarbonyl)benzoic acid
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-024575

About 4-(Methoxycarbonyl)benzoic acid

Listed under CAS 1679-64-7, 4-(Methoxycarbonyl)benzoic acid is an impurity of Bexarotene available from Vaqora Chemicals. The compound has the formula C9H8O4, corresponding to a molecular weight of 180.16 g/mol. Alternative names: Mono-Methyl Terephthalate and Monomethyl Terephthalate.

The product is provided as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Pharmaceutical QC and development laboratories use this impurity standard of Bexarotene to develop and validate HPLC methods, to set specification limits and to document impurity profiles in ANDA and DMF submissions. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer 4-(Methoxycarbonyl)benzoic acid in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Analytical method development
Method validation (AMV)
QC release testing
ANDA / DMF filings

Industries

Related to Bexarotene

View every impurity, metabolite and intermediate we list for Bexarotene.

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	4-(Methoxycarbonyl)benzoic acid
Catalogue No.	VQ-024575
CAS Number	1679-64-7
IUPAC name	4-methoxycarbonylbenzoic acid
Molecular formula	C₉H₈O₄
Molecular weight	180.16 g/mol
Exact mass	180.0423
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	REIDAMBAPLIATC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COC(=O)C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=O)O
PubChem CID	15513

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	1.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 4
TPSA	63.6 Å²
Synonyms	Mono-Methyl Terephthalate, Monomethyl Terephthalate, Methyl terephthalate, Methyl hydrogen terephthalate, Acetic acid, (4-carboxyphenyl)-, Terephthalic acid, monomethyl ester, 1,4-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, monomethyl ester, 1,4-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, 1-methyl ester, Terephthalic acid monomethyl ester, 4-(Carbomethoxy)benzoic acid, 1,4-Benzenedicarboxylic acid monomethyl ester, 4Methoxycarbonylbenzenecarboxylic acid

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory 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, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 4-(Methoxycarbonyl)benzoic acid?

The CAS Registry Number of 4-(Methoxycarbonyl)benzoic acid is 1679-64-7. It is also known as Mono-Methyl Terephthalate, Monomethyl Terephthalate, Methyl terephthalate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-(Methoxycarbonyl)benzoic acid?

4-(Methoxycarbonyl)benzoic acid has the molecular formula C9H8O4 and a molecular weight of 180.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 4-methoxycarbonylbenzoic acid.

What is 4-(Methoxycarbonyl)benzoic acid used for?

4-(Methoxycarbonyl)benzoic acid is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Bexarotene. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of 4-(Methoxycarbonyl)benzoic acid can I order?

We supply 4-(Methoxycarbonyl)benzoic acid in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 4-(Methoxycarbonyl)benzoic acid?

Yes. Every lot of 4-(Methoxycarbonyl)benzoic acid is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 4-(Methoxycarbonyl)benzoic acid be shipped internationally?

Yes. 4-(Methoxycarbonyl)benzoic acid is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.