para toluic acid cas 99-94-5

Table of Contents

• Product Overview
• Technical Specifications
• Industrial Applications
• Usage Case Studies
• Safe Handling Guidelines
• Contact for Technical Consultation

para-Toluic Acid (CAS 99-94-5) Overview

4-Methylbenzoic acid, commonly known as para-toluic acid, is a white crystalline organic compound with molecular formula C₈H₈O₂. This aromatic carboxylic acid serves as critical intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis and specialty chemical production.

Key Identifiers

Technical Specifications Comparison

Industrial Applications

Pharmaceutical Intermediate

Primary use in synthesis of:

• Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
• Antifungal agents
• Cardiovascular active pharmaceutical ingredients

Agrochemical Production

• Key precursor for pyrethroid insecticides
• Herbicide stabilizer component

Polymer Chemistry

• Monomer for specialty polyesters
• Cross-linking agent in epoxy resins

Documented Usage Cases

Case 1: Pharmaceutical Synthesis Optimization

Client: European API Manufacturer
Application: Improved yield in COX-2 inhibitor production by 18% through controlled crystallization of para-toluic acid intermediate
Technical Benefit: Achieved 99.7% purity meeting ICH Q3D elemental impurities requirements

Case 2: Agrochemical Formulation

Client: Asian Crop Protection Company
Application: Developed stable emulsifiable concentrate formulation using para-toluic acid derivative
Result: Extended shelf life from 12 to 24 months under tropical storage conditions

Case 3: Specialty Polymer Production

Client: North American Materials Science Firm
Application: Synthesized high-temperature resistant polyamide using para-toluic acid monomer
Performance: Achieved continuous service temperature of 220°C (+35°C improvement)

Handling & Safety Protocols

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What distinguishes para-toluic acid from other benzoic acid derivatives?

A: The methyl group at para position enhances thermal stability while maintaining good solubility in polar organic solvents – critical for controlled reaction kinetics in API synthesis.

Q: How to verify batch purity?

A: Request certified HPLC chromatograms with system suitability testing data. Pharmaceutical-grade material includes full ICH-compliant impurity profile documentation.

Q: Special transport requirements?

A: Classified as Non-Dangerous Goods per IMDG Code, but requires moisture-proof packaging during海运. Bulk shipments >500kg require certified food-grade container liners.

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