Description

3-Nitrophenylacetic Acid is a versatile aromatic nitro compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of the nitro and acetic acid functional groups, enabling precise chemical transformations. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries developing active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for producing nitro-based dyes and colorants.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the creation of specialized ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Peptide Mimetics Research: Utilized in medicinal chemistry for constructing non-natural amino acid analogs and peptide backbones.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Nitrophenylacetic Acid
CAS No.	1877-73-2
Molecular Formula	C8H7NO4
Molecular Weight	181.15 g/mol
Synonyms	(3-Nitrophenyl)acetic Acid; 2-(3-Nitrophenyl)acetic Acid; m-Nitrophenylacetic Acid; 3-Nitrobenzeneacetic Acid; 3-Nitrophenylacetate; 3-Nitro-α-toluic Acid; NSC 404087; 1877-73-2 (CAS)
EINECS	217-518-7

Quality Control

Our 3-Nitrophenylacetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting specifications for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	150°C - 154°C
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.