Description

4-Hydroxyphenyl 4-Nitrobenzoate is a high-purity organic chemical intermediate characterized by its distinct phenolic ester structure. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the development of specialty chemicals and functional materials. It is primarily sought after by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for creating novel compounds with specific properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or functional additive in the development of specialty polymers and liquid crystal materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex aromatic esters and other derivatives.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of certain azo dyes and colorants.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Utilized in palladium-catalyzed reactions, such as Suzuki or Heck couplings, for creating biaryl structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxyphenyl 4-Nitrobenzoate
CAS No.	13245-55-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₉NO₅
Molecular Weight	259.21 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Nitrobenzoic Acid 4-Hydroxyphenyl Ester; p-Hydroxyphenyl p-Nitrobenzoate; 4-Hydroxyphenyl p-Nitrobenzoate; Phenol, 4-(4-nitrobenzoyloxy)-; 4-(4-Nitrobenzoyloxy)phenol; p-Nitrophenyl 4-hydroxybenzoate (common misnomer); 4-Nitrobenzoyl-4'-hydroxyphenyl ester
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Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxyphenyl 4-Nitrobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources. The compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	158 - 162 °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.