Description

5-Dodecyldisulfanyl-2-Nitro-Benzoic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring a dodecyl disulfide chain attached to a nitro-substituted benzoic acid core. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing advanced materials and functional chemicals where controlled reactivity and specific molecular architecture are required. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for creating novel compounds with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring lipophilic disulfide linkages or nitro-aromatic pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for developing new pesticides and herbicides with specific modes of action.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce disulfide bonds or nitro groups into specialty polymers, affecting properties like degradability or adhesion.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D as a reagent for studying disulfide exchange reactions and nitro-group transformations.
• Surface Chemistry: Can be utilized to create self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) or surface coatings with specific chemical functionalities.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Provides a scaffold for designing novel ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Dodecyldisulfanyl-2-Nitro-Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	114019-73-7
Molecular Formula	C19H29NO4S2
Molecular Weight	399.56 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitro-5-(dodecyldisulfanyl)benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 5-(dodecyldisulfanyl)-2-nitro-; 5-(Dodecyldisulfanyl)-2-nitrobenzoic acid; 2-Nitro-5-(dodecyldithio)benzoic acid; Dodecyl 2-nitro-5-mercaptobenzoate disulfide; 114019-73-7
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Dodecyldisulfanyl-2-Nitro-Benzoic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets exacting R&D and production standards. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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