Description

(E)-2-Butenoic Acid 4-Nitrophenyl Ester is a high-purity chemical intermediate characterized by its specific ester linkage and nitrophenyl group. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research, where its reactive ester functionality is crucial. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for synthesizing novel compounds and active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, leveraging the 4-nitrophenyl ester as a reactive acylating agent.
• Bioconjugation & Proteomics Research: Serves as a key reagent for labeling biomolecules, such as proteins and peptides, in biochemical assays and diagnostic development.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed as a precursor in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex molecular architectures, including heterocycles and chiral compounds.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for developing advanced materials, such as liquid crystals or photoactive compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	(E)-2-Butenoic Acid 4-Nitrophenyl Ester
CAS No.	14617-88-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₉NO₄
Molecular Weight	207.18 g/mol
Synonyms	trans-Crotonic Acid 4-Nitrophenyl Ester; (E)-4-Nitrophenyl Crotonate; p-Nitrophenyl (E)-But-2-Enoate; 4-Nitrophenyl trans-2-Butenoate; 2-Butenoic Acid, 4-Nitrophenyl Ester, (E)-; Crotonic Acid p-Nitrophenyl Ester; 14617-88-0; PNPC
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (E)-2-Butenoic Acid 4-Nitrophenyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to meet the rigorous standards required for research and industrial synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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