Description

N1-(4-Nitrophenyl)-2-Chloroacetamide is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a reactive chloroacetamide group attached to a nitrophenyl ring. This unique molecular structure makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing more complex chemical entities, particularly in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical industries for constructing novel active ingredients and advanced intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with aniline or amide-based structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging the reactivity of the chloroacetamide moiety.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate in the production of azo dyes and other complex colorants, where the nitro group can be further modified.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new organic reactions and creating libraries of compounds for biological screening.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialized polymers and advanced materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	N1-(4-Nitrophenyl)-2-Chloroacetamide
CAS No.	17329-87-2
Molecular Formula	C8H7ClN2O3
Molecular Weight	214.61 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-N-(4-nitrophenyl)acetamide; N-(4-Nitrophenyl)chloroacetamide; 4'-Nitro-2-chloroacetanilide; p-Nitrochloroacetanilide; 2-Chloro-N-(4-nitrophenyl)ethanamide; 2-Chloroacet-4-nitroanilide; Chloroacetic acid 4-nitroanilide; N-(p-Nitrophenyl)-2-chloroacetamide
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Quality Control

Every batch of N1-(4-Nitrophenyl)-2-Chloroacetamide is subjected to rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our quality assurance protocols are designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and industrial-scale synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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. This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to beige crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	158°C - 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.