Description

Benzotriazole-4-Carboxylic Acid, 6-Nitro- (6Ci) is a high-value, nitro-substituted benzotriazole derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate and functional building block. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a nitro group on the benzotriazole scaffold, makes it essential for constructing complex molecules with specific electronic and binding properties. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing active ingredients, ligands, and specialty polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzymes or receptors where the benzotriazole core acts as a bioisostere.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its structure contributes to biological activity and environmental stability.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized benzotriazole-based corrosion inhibitors for metals in industrial applications.
• Polymer & Material Science: Incorporated into polymers and coatings to impart UV-stabilizing, anti-corrosive, or specific electronic properties.
• Coordination Chemistry & Catalysis: Acts as a versatile ligand or precursor for ligands in metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalytic systems.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in heterocyclic and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzotriazole-4-Carboxylic Acid, 6-Nitro- (6Ci)
CAS No.	117886-75-6
Molecular Formula	C7H4N4O4
Molecular Weight	208.13 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Nitro-1H-benzotriazole-4-carboxylic acid; 6-Nitrobenzotriazole-4-carboxylic Acid; 4-Carboxy-6-nitrobenzotriazole; 1H-Benzotriazole-4-carboxylic acid, 6-nitro-; 6-Nitro-1,2,3-benzotriazole-4-carboxylic acid; 6-Nitro-BTA-4-COOH; 6-Nitrobenzotriazole-4-COOH
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with industry standards. Standard quality parameters include identity confirmation, purity assay, and control of key impurities. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are available upon request. We adhere to a quality management system and can support development projects requiring specific analytical protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound may be light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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