Description

Methyl 3-Nitrophenylacetate is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its value lies in its well-defined structure, which provides a versatile nitro-aromatic building block for constructing more complex molecules. This product is essential for research and development laboratories and industrial-scale producers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing nitrophenyl moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for nitro-aromatic dyes and colorants.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D, used in coupling reactions and functional group transformations.
• Liquid Crystal and Electronic Material Precursor: Employed in the synthesis of advanced organic materials for electronic applications.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki or Heck couplings to form biaryl structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Nitrophenylacetate
CAS No.	10268-12-9
Molecular Formula	C9H9NO4
Molecular Weight	195.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (3-nitrophenyl)acetate; 3-Nitrophenylacetic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-nitrobenzeneacetate; (3-Nitrophenyl)acetic acid methyl ester; Methyl m-nitrophenylacetate; m-Nitrophenylacetic acid methyl ester; Benzeneacetic acid, 3-nitro-, methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-Nitrophenylacetate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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