Description

Ethyl 3-Chloro-5-Nitrobenzoate is a high-purity organic intermediate of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the production of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. Industries that need it include fine chemical manufacturers, R&D laboratories, and companies developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with nitro- and chloro-substituted aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a critical building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive nitro and ester functional groups.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex organic molecules, heterocycles, and for studying substitution reactions on benzoate scaffolds.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments where the nitro and chloro groups influence color properties and stability.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced materials with specific electronic or structural properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-Chloro-5-Nitrobenzoate
CAS No.	1156940-16-7
Molecular Formula	C9H8ClNO4
Molecular Weight	229.62 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloro-5-nitrobenzoic acid ethyl ester; Benzoic acid, 3-chloro-5-nitro-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 3-chloro-5-nitrobenzoate; Ethyl 3-chloro-5-nitrobenzoate (CAS 1156940-16-7); 3-Chloro-5-nitro ethyl benzoate; 5-Nitro-3-chlorobenzoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl (3-chloro-5-nitrophenyl)formate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3-Chloro-5-Nitrobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.