CAS Registry Number

CAS 15206-55-0 — Methyl phenylglyoxylate

Methyl phenylglyoxylate is an α-keto ester with a phenyl substituent, widely used as a key intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals. It serves as a building block in the production of APIs, chiral ligands, and flavoring agents due to its reactive carbonyl group. This compound is a pale yellow to colorless liquid with a mild odor, soluble in organic solvents but not in water. Methyl phenylglyoxylate has a CAS number of 15206-55-0 and carries no signal word under standard classification, indicating low acute toxicity. It is typically supplied with purity ≥98% and is stable under proper storage conditions. Molekula supplies Methyl phenylglyoxylate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.