Description

2-(4-Nitrophenoxy)Acetaldehyde Diethylacetal is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a nitroaromatic ether group protected as an acetal. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in synthetic organic chemistry, where its protected aldehyde functionality and electron-withdrawing nitro group enable precise molecular construction. It is primarily sought by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of complex target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing phenoxy and aldehyde-derived moieties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a protected aldehyde equivalent in multi-step synthetic routes, including nucleophilic substitution and reduction reactions.
• Material Science Research: Potential monomer or intermediate for developing specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Dye and Pigment Chemistry: Intermediate in the synthesis of nitroaromatic-based dyes and functional colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Nitrophenoxy)Acetaldehyde Diethylacetal
CAS No.	175136-97-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₇NO₅
Molecular Weight	255.27 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Diethoxy-2-(4-nitrophenoxy)ethane; 2-(4-Nitrophenoxy)-1,1-diethoxyethane; 4-Nitrophenoxyacetaldehyde Diethyl Acetal; Acetaldehyde, 2-(4-nitrophenoxy)-, diethyl acetal; Diethyl [2-(4-nitrophenoxy)ethyl] acetal
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Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Nitrophenoxy)Acetaldehyde Diethylacetal is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials. Due to its sensitivity, the container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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