Description

3-(3-Nitrophenyl)Benzoic Acid is a specialized aromatic carboxylic acid derivative, serving as a high-value synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its structure, featuring both a benzoic acid and a nitrophenyl moiety, makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators requiring specific aromatic backbones.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating complex ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Modification: Functional monomer for introducing nitro and carboxylic acid groups into polymers to alter solubility or reactivity.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Building block for synthesizing specialized azo dyes or organic pigments with specific color fastness.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(3-Nitrophenyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	149505-87-3
Molecular Formula	C13H9NO4
Molecular Weight	243.22 g/mol
Synonyms	[3'-Nitro[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-yl]carboxylic Acid; 3-(3-Nitro-phenyl)-benzoic Acid; 3'-Nitro-3-biphenylcarboxylic Acid; 3-(3-Nitrophenyl)benzoic Acid; Biphenyl-3-carboxylic acid, 3'-nitro-; 3-Carboxy-3'-nitrobiphenyl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(3-Nitrophenyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting R&D and pilot-scale production standards. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.