Description

2-(4-Nitrophenylamino)Ethyl Methanesulfonate is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a reactive methanesulfonate ester group and a nitro-substituted aniline moiety. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), dye intermediates, and advanced material precursors. The product is supplied with a high level of purity and batch-to-batch consistency to ensure reliable performance in sensitive synthetic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators where the nitroaniline structure is beneficial.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Serves as an intermediate for creating azo dyes and other complex colorants due to its aromatic amine functionality.
• Cross-linking Agent: Potential use in polymer chemistry to introduce reactive sites or modify material properties.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: The methanesulfonate group can be utilized for alkylation reactions in probe or linker molecule synthesis.
• Chemical Biology Research: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Nitrophenylamino)Ethyl Methanesulfonate
CAS No.	100418-51-7
Molecular Formula	C9H12N2O5S
Molecular Weight	260.27 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(4-Nitrophenyl)amino]ethyl methanesulfonate; Methanesulfonic acid 2-[(4-nitrophenyl)amino]ethyl ester; 2-(4-Nitroanilino)ethyl methanesulfonate; N-(2-Methanesulfonatoethyl)-4-nitroaniline; 4-Nitro-N-(2-methanesulfonatoethyl)aniline; 100418-51-7; 2-(4-Nitrophenylamino)ethyl mesylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Nitrophenylamino)Ethyl Methanesulfonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept sealed and stored in a dark place to maintain stability and prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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