Description

2-Ethoxy-3-Nitrotoluene is a specialized aromatic nitro compound, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique substitution pattern, which provides a versatile scaffold for constructing more complex molecules in fine chemical and pharmaceutical synthesis. This product is essential for research chemists and process development scientists working in agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and dyestuff industries who require high-purity, reliable building blocks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, pesticides, and other crop protection agents.
• Dyestuff and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for azo dyes and other colorants requiring specific nitro-substituted toluene derivatives.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A versatile starting material for academic and industrial R&D involving nitration, etherification, and further functionalization reactions.
• Liquid Crystal and Electronic Chemical Intermediate: Potential use in the synthesis of advanced materials for electronic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Ethoxy-3-Nitrotoluene
CAS No.	1208074-91-2
Molecular Formula	C9H11NO3
Molecular Weight	181.19 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Ethoxy-2-methyl-3-nitrobenzene; 3-Nitro-2-ethoxytoluene; 2-Methyl-3-nitroanisole; o-Ethoxy-m-nitrotoluene; Benzene, 1-ethoxy-2-methyl-3-nitro-; 2-Ethoxy-3-nitromethylbenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Ethoxy-3-Nitrotoluene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing all relevant specifications to support your quality and regulatory 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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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