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Methyl 4-(4-methoxyphenyl)butanoate

Also known as: 4-p-Anisylbuttersaeuremethylester, Benzenebutanoic acid, 4-methoxy-, methyl ester, methyl 4-methoxyphenylbutanoate

Methyl 4-(4-methoxyphenyl)butanoate (CAS 20637-08-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H16O3 and a molecular weight of 208.25400 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 303.6ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.045g/cm3 and a flash point of 123.6ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
20637-08-5
Jingsj CID
J-1085860-3
Molecular Formula
C12H16O3
Molecular Weight
208.25400 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point303.6ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.045g/cm3
Flash Point123.6ºC
Exact Mass208.11000
PSA35.53000
LogP2.19090
Vapor Pressure0.00092mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.495

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918990090
Summary2918990090. other carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl 4-(4-methoxyphenyl)butanoate?

The CAS number of Methyl 4-(4-methoxyphenyl)butanoate is 20637-08-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 4-(4-methoxyphenyl)butanoate?

Methyl 4-(4-methoxyphenyl)butanoate has molecular formula C12H16O3 and molecular weight 208.25400 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl 4-(4-methoxyphenyl)butanoate?

For Methyl 4-(4-methoxyphenyl)butanoate, Upstream Products: Methanol, 4-(4-Methoxyphenyl)butanoic acid, Estragole; Downstream Products: 4-(4-Methoxyphenyl)butanoic acid, 4-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-1-butanol, tert-butyl 2-[4-(4-hydrazinyl-4-oxobutyl)phenoxy]-2-methylpropanoate.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Methyl 4-(4-methoxyphenyl)butanoate (CAS 20637-08-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1085860-3 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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