Description

2-(4-Nitrophenoxy)Propanoic Acid is a high-purity organic compound characterized by its nitrophenoxy and propanoic acid functional groups. This chemical serves as a versatile and critical intermediate in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers requiring a reliable building block for creating active ingredients, dyes, and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds requiring a nitrophenoxy moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for producing azo dyes and other complex colorants.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable building block in academic and industrial R&D for constructing novel organic compounds and ligands.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized to introduce functional groups into polymer chains for specialty materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Nitrophenoxy)Propanoic Acid
CAS No.	13794-10-0
Molecular Formula	C9H9NO5
Molecular Weight	211.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Nitrophenoxy)propionic Acid; DL-2-(p-Nitrophenoxy)propionic Acid; (±)-2-(4-Nitrophenoxy)propanoic Acid; 4-Nitrophenoxypropanoic Acid; p-Nitrophenoxypropanoic Acid; 2-(p-Nitrophenoxy)propanoic Acid; α-(4-Nitrophenoxy)propionic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Nitrophenoxy)Propanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for use as a fine chemical intermediate. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are 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 strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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