Description

1-(4'-Nitrophenyl)Prop-2-En-1-One is a specialized organic compound featuring a nitrophenyl group conjugated to a propenone moiety. This structure makes it a valuable key intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical R&D and fine chemical manufacturers for the development of novel active compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those with nitroaromatic or chalcone-based pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive ketone and nitro groups.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Michael additions, cyclization reactions, and as a starting material for heterocyclic compounds like pyrazoles and isoxazoles.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and colorants due to its chromophoric nitrophenyl group.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Utilized in research laboratories for methodological studies and exploring new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(4'-Nitrophenyl)Prop-2-En-1-One
CAS No.	22731-72-2
Molecular Formula	C9H7NO3
Molecular Weight	177.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(4-Nitrophenyl)-2-propen-1-one; 4-Nitrochalcone; (E)-3-(4-Nitrophenyl)-1-propenone; p-Nitrochalcone; 1-Propen-1-one, 3-(4-nitrophenyl)-; 4-Nitrophenyl vinyl ketone; NSC 406908; 4-Nitrobenzalacetone
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-(4'-Nitrophenyl)Prop-2-En-1-One adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your synthetic processes. Each lot is characterized and tested for identity, purity, and key impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

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 flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	155 - 160 °C
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.