Description

Benzoic Acid, 6-Amino-2-Ethyl-3-Nitro- (9Ci) is a specialized nitro- and amino-substituted benzoic acid derivative, serving as a high-value chemical intermediate for advanced synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both electron-donating and electron-withdrawing groups, makes it a critical building block for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors seeking to develop new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a substituted benzoic acid core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for producing azo dyes and other complex colorants.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile building block in academic and industrial R&D for creating libraries of compounds for screening.
• Material Science: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of specialty polymers, ligands for metal complexes, or organic electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 6-Amino-2-Ethyl-3-Nitro- (9Ci)
CAS No.	170785-03-2
Molecular Formula	C9H10N2O4
Molecular Weight	210.19 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Amino-2-ethyl-3-nitrobenzoic acid; 2-Ethyl-6-amino-3-nitrobenzoic acid; 3-Nitro-6-amin-o-toluic acid (ethyl derivative); Benzoic acid, 6-amino-2-ethyl-3-nitro-; 170785-03-2; 6-Amino-2-ethyl-3-nitro-benzoic acid; 2-Carboxy-3-ethyl-6-nitroaniline
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Quality Control

We maintain a rigorous quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for this advanced intermediate. Our standard offering typically meets a purity specification of ≥97% (by HPLC), with detailed impurity profiling available. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, detailing identity, assay, and relevant physical parameters. Specifications can be customized to meet specific project requirements.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.