Description

(Z)-3-(4-Nitro-Phenyl)-3-Phenyl-Acrylic Acid CAS NO 17683-99-7 is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a cinnamic acid core substituted with nitro and phenyl groups. This compound matters as a versatile building block for synthesizing more complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is needed by research and development chemists, process development scientists, and manufacturers in fine chemical and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, including anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a starting material for constructing advanced organic electronic materials and charge-transport layers.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for producing specialized azo dyes and colorants.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis.
• Academic and Industrial Research: Employed in chemical libraries for high-throughput screening and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Z)-3-(4-Nitro-Phenyl)-3-Phenyl-Acrylic Acid
CAS No.	17683-99-7
Molecular Formula	C15H11NO4
Molecular Weight	269.25 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-3-(4-Nitrophenyl)-3-phenylacrylic acid; (Z)-3-(p-Nitrophenyl)-3-phenylacrylic acid; (Z)-α-Phenyl-4-nitrocinamic acid; (2Z)-3-(4-Nitrophenyl)-3-phenyl-2-propenoic acid; (Z)-3-(4-Nitrophenyl)-3-phenylpropenoic acid; 2-Propenoic acid, 3-(4-nitrophenyl)-3-phenyl-, (2Z)-; 17683-99-7; Phenyl(4-nitrophenyl)acrylic acid (Z-isomer)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (Z)-3-(4-Nitro-Phenyl)-3-Phenyl-Acrylic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for fine chemical intermediates. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.