Description

Methyl 4'-Nitro-[1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-Carboxylate is a high-purity biphenyl derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its functionalized aromatic structure, which provides a versatile scaffold for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and material science research. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists working in pharmaceutical synthesis, agrochemical development, and the creation of specialty polymers and liquid crystals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with biphenyl core structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for organic electronic materials, including liquid crystals and charge-transport molecules.
• Organic Synthesis: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and as a substrate for further functionalization of the nitro and ester groups.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Employed as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4'-Nitro-[1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-Carboxylate
CAS No.	107558-26-9
Molecular Formula	C14H11NO4
Molecular Weight	257.24 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(4-Nitrophenyl)benzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-(4-nitrophenyl)benzoate; Methyl 4'-nitrobiphenyl-3-carboxylate; 4'-Nitro-1,1'-biphenyl-3-carboxylic acid methyl ester; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-carboxylic acid, 4'-nitro-, methyl ester; Biphenyl-3-carboxylic acid, 4'-nitro-, methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 4'-Nitro-[1,1'-Biphenyl]-3-Carboxylate adheres to stringent in-process controls and final release testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system supports compliance with cGMP and ISO standards for research and development materials.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be stored away from direct light exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.