Description

2-Methyl-4-Nitrophenylboronic Acid is a specialized organoboron compound that serves as a critical building block in modern synthetic chemistry. Its value lies in its role as a versatile coupling partner in Suzuki-Miyaura cross-coupling reactions, enabling the efficient construction of complex biaryl structures. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly in the development of active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, especially those containing biphenyl or heterobiaryl motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides requiring specific substituted biphenyl frameworks.
• Material Science: Building block for creating organic electronic materials, such as those used in OLEDs and organic photovoltaics.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands and catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new C-C bond-forming methodologies and constructing compound libraries.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of complex dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-4-Nitrophenylboronic Acid
CAS No.	1228829-54-6
Molecular Formula	C7H8BNO4
Molecular Weight	180.96 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Methyl-4-nitrophenyl)boronic Acid; 2-Methyl-4-nitrobenzeneboronic Acid; 4-Nitro-o-tolylboronic Acid; B-(2-Methyl-4-nitrophenyl)boronic Acid; 2-Methyl-4-nitrophenyl-Boronic Acid; 2-Methyl-4-nitro-phenylboronic acid; CAS 1228829-54-6
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Quality Control

Every batch of our 2-Methyl-4-Nitrophenylboronic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the stringent requirements of our global clientele. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee reliable performance in your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Assay	≥95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤1.0%

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