Description

Methyl 4-Formyl-3-Nitrobenzoate is a high-purity, multifunctional aromatic ester building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its dual reactive sites—the formyl and nitro groups—which enable its use in constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds containing benzimidazole or quinoline cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its nitro and aldehyde functionalities for heterocycle formation.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a starting material for synthesizing electron-transport or emissive layer materials in electronic displays.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized chelating ligands for transition metal catalysis.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for producing azo dyes and other complex colorants.
• Academic and R&D: A versatile reagent for methodological development and exploring new chemical reactions in university and corporate research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-Formyl-3-Nitrobenzoate
CAS No.	153813-69-5
Molecular Formula	C9H7NO5
Molecular Weight	209.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Nitro-4-formylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-nitro-4-formylbenzoate; 4-Formyl-3-nitrobenzoic acid methyl ester; Benzoic acid, 4-formyl-3-nitro-, methyl ester; Methyl 4-formyl-3-nitrobenzoate 97%; 153813-69-5; Methyl ester of 4-formyl-3-nitrobenzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-Formyl-3-Nitrobenzoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and industry best practices for fine chemical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.