Description

(4-Nitrophenoxy) Acetic Acid Ethyl Ester is a versatile organic ester building block characterized by its nitrophenoxy functional group. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in the production of more complex molecules, particularly in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a nitrophenoxy moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Acts as a versatile reagent for introducing the (4-nitrophenoxy)acetyl group into target molecules via esterification or substitution reactions.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the production of specialized dyes and colorants where the nitro and ether groups contribute to chromophore properties.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Chemical Research: A valuable standard and starting material in academic and industrial laboratories for methodological development and scale-up studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4-Nitrophenoxy) Acetic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	19076-89-2
Molecular Formula	C10H11NO5
Molecular Weight	225.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl (4-Nitrophenoxy)acetate; 4-Nitrophenoxyacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 2-(4-Nitrophenoxy)acetate; Acetic Acid, 2-(4-Nitrophenoxy)-, Ethyl Ester; p-Nitrophenoxyacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl p-Nitrophenoxyacetate; 2-(4-Nitrophenoxy)acetic Acid Ethyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (4-Nitrophenoxy) Acetic Acid Ethyl Ester is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

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)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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