Description

Ethyl 2-(4-Chloro-2-Nitrophenyl)Acetate is a high-purity organic intermediate characterized by its specific aromatic substitution pattern. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis 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 pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a substituted phenylacetic acid framework.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in research and development for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the chloronitrophenyl moiety is integral to biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate in the production of specialized azo dyes and organic pigments, leveraging its nitro and chloro functional groups.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced organic materials, including liquid crystals and polymers with specific electronic or optical properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable building block for medicinal chemistry, facilitating structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis in drug discovery programs.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-(4-Chloro-2-Nitrophenyl)Acetate
CAS No.	108274-38-0
Molecular Formula	C10H10ClNO4
Molecular Weight	243.64 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl (4-Chloro-2-nitrophenyl)acetate; 2-(4-Chloro-2-nitrophenyl)acetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Acetic acid, 2-(4-chloro-2-nitrophenyl)-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 4-Chloro-2-nitrophenylacetate; 4-Chloro-2-nitrophenylacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl α-(4-Chloro-2-nitrophenyl)acetate; NSC 405124
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-(4-Chloro-2-Nitrophenyl)Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment. We support cGMP compliance for pharmaceutical applications and can tailor quality protocols to meet specific customer requirements.

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. This material is light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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