Description

2-[[4-Nitro-2-(Phenylmethoxy)Phenoxy]Methyl]Oxirane is a specialized epoxide derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular architecture, featuring a nitro-substituted aromatic ring and a reactive oxirane group, makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to introduce specific functional groups and create novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a nitro-aromatic and epoxide pharmacophore.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and epoxy resins with unique properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the creation of molecular probes for studying enzyme mechanisms and biological pathways due to its reactive epoxide moiety.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for synthesizing dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[[4-Nitro-2-(Phenylmethoxy)Phenoxy]Methyl]Oxirane
CAS No.	1064662-53-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₅NO₅
Molecular Weight	301.30 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Nitro-2-(phenylmethoxy)phenyl glycidyl ether; 2-[(4-Nitro-2-benzyloxyphenoxy)methyl]oxirane; Glycidyl 4-nitro-2-benzyloxyphenyl ether; 1,2-Epoxy-3-[(4-nitro-2-benzyloxyphenoxy)]propane; (4-Nitro-2-benzyloxyphenyl) glycidyl ether; Benzyl 4-nitro-2-glycidyloxyphenyl ether; 2-(Benzyloxy)-4-nitrophenyl glycidyl ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-[[4-Nitro-2-(Phenylmethoxy)Phenoxy]Methyl]Oxirane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each 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 to exclude moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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