Description

5-(3-Nitrophenyl)-2H-Tetrazole is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound featuring a tetrazole ring linked to a nitrophenyl group. This structure makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced chemical synthesis, particularly for the development of energetic materials, pharmaceuticals, and functional materials. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the fields of pharmaceutical chemistry, agrochemicals, and materials science for creating novel compounds with specific properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing tetrazole bioisosteres for improved metabolic stability and binding affinity.
• Energetic Materials Research: Used as a building block in the development of high-energy-density materials (HEDMs), propellants, and explosives due to the high nitrogen content of the tetrazole ring.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate in the production of modern pesticides and herbicides, where the tetrazole moiety can contribute to biological activity.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: Employed to create tetrazole-based ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalysts.
• Material Science: Utilized in the research and development of specialty polymers, dyes, and corrosion inhibitors.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(3-Nitrophenyl)-2H-Tetrazole
CAS No.	21871-44-3
Molecular Formula	C7H5N5O2
Molecular Weight	191.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Nitrophenyltetrazole; 1H-Tetrazole, 5-(3-nitrophenyl)-; 5-(m-Nitrophenyl)-1H-tetrazole; 5-(3-Nitrophenyl)-1H-tetrazole; 5-(3-Nitrophenyl)tetrazole; m-Nitrophenyltetrazole; 21871-44-3
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-(3-Nitrophenyl)-2H-Tetrazole is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow 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%

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