Description

4-(4-Formylphenyl)-2-Nitrobenzoic Acid is a high-purity, multifunctional aromatic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a formyl and a nitro group on a benzoic acid core, makes it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This product is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme inhibitors or receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring complex aromatic backbones.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating sophisticated chelating ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Building block for organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and polymers where nitro and formyl functionalities are required for further derivatization.
• Dyestuff and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of specialized azo dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: Used in methodological studies and as a reference standard in chemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(4-Formylphenyl)-2-Nitrobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	1261946-59-1
Molecular Formula	C14H9NO5
Molecular Weight	271.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitro-4'-(formyl)[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylic Acid; 4'-Formyl-2-nitro[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylic Acid; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-carboxylic acid, 4'-formyl-2-nitro-; 4-(4-Formylphenyl)-2-nitrobenzoic acid; 4'-Formyl-2-nitro-4-biphenylcarboxylic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(4-Formylphenyl)-2-Nitrobenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every shipment, ensuring compliance with your research and production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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