Description

2-Ethylhexyl 4-(n-Methyl-n-Nitrosamino) Benzoate is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of nitrosamine derivatives, identified by CAS NO 122021-01-6. This chemical is of significant interest in advanced research and development, particularly for its role as a model compound or intermediate in the study of nitrosation chemistry and related processes. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, analytical laboratories, and specialty chemical manufacturers engaged in pharmaceutical development, toxicology studies, and material science innovation.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research Intermediate: Serves as a key synthetic building block or a reference standard in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and in metabolic pathway studies.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Used for method development, calibration, and quality control in analytical laboratories, particularly in chromatography (HPLC, GC) and mass spectrometry for nitrosamine detection and quantification.
• Toxicological Studies: Employed as a model nitrosamine compound in academic and industrial research to investigate carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, and other biochemical interactions.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a specialized intermediate in organic synthesis for creating more complex molecules used in agrochemicals, dyes, or advanced polymers.
• Regulatory Compliance Testing: Provides a critical standard for testing and ensuring compliance with stringent global regulations concerning nitrosamine impurities in pharmaceuticals and consumer products.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Ethylhexyl 4-(n-Methyl-n-Nitrosamino) Benzoate
CAS No.	122021-01-6
Molecular Formula	C17H26N2O3
Molecular Weight	306.40 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethylhexyl 4-(Methylnitrosamino)benzoate; 4-(N-Methyl-N-nitrosamino)benzoic Acid 2-Ethylhexyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 4-(methylnitrosoamino)-, 2-ethylhexyl ester; N-Methyl-N-nitroso-4-aminobenzoic Acid 2-Ethylhexyl Ester; MNB-2EH; 2-EH-MNBA; 2-Ethylhexyl para-(N-methyl-N-nitroso)aminobenzoate
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Quality Control

Our 2-Ethylhexyl 4-(n-Methyl-n-Nitrosamino) Benzoate is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, suitable for research and analytical applications. Each batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, typically determined by advanced techniques like HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR. We adhere to relevant guidelines for handling potent compounds and can provide material tailored to specific research-grade specifications upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be opaque or kept in dark conditions. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. For long-term storage, consider inert atmosphere conditions to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to amber liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 90.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.