Description

3-(4-Methyl-3-Nitrophenyl)Acrylic Acid is a specialized aromatic acrylic acid derivative that serves as a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a nitro group and an acrylic acid moiety, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme inhibitors or receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators with tailored activity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Used in the research and development of electron-transport or emissive layer materials for display and lighting technologies.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Acrylic acid functionality allows for incorporation into specialty polymers to alter properties like adhesion, solubility, or cross-linking density.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complex azo dyes or nitro-aromatic based colorants.
• Academic & Contract Research: Valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling and conjugate addition reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(4-Methyl-3-Nitrophenyl)Acrylic Acid
CAS No.	127791-55-3
Molecular Formula	C10H9NO4
Molecular Weight	207.18 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(4-Methyl-3-nitrophenyl)-2-propenoic acid; 2-Propenoic acid, 3-(4-methyl-3-nitrophenyl)-; (E)-3-(4-Methyl-3-nitrophenyl)acrylic acid; 3-(4-Methyl-3-nitro-phenyl)-acrylic acid; 4-Methyl-3-nitrocinnamic acid; 3-(4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzene)acrylic acid; 3-(4-Methyl-3-nitrophenyl)prop-2-enoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-(4-Methyl-3-Nitrophenyl)Acrylic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the precise requirements of your synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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