Description

4-Chloro-5-Methoxy-2-Nitro-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, synthetically valuable organic intermediate. This compound is critical for advanced chemical synthesis, offering a versatile nitro-aromatic ester scaffold for constructing complex molecules. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring a substituted nitrobenzoate moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Serves as a versatile precursor for further functionalization, including reduction, substitution, and coupling reactions in academic and industrial R&D labs.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the production of specialized colorants and pigments due to its nitro and methoxy functional groups.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or additive in the development of advanced polymeric materials with specific optical or electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-5-Methoxy-2-Nitro-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1823517-66-3
Molecular Formula	C9H8ClNO5
Molecular Weight	245.62 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-chloro-5-methoxy-2-nitrobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 4-chloro-5-methoxy-2-nitro-, methyl ester; 2-Nitro-4-chloro-5-methoxybenzoic acid methyl ester; 4-Chloro-5-methoxy-2-nitro-benzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-chloro-5-methoxy-2-nitrobenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Chloro-5-Methoxy-2-Nitro-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is available for every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled 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	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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