Description

1-(4-Chloro-2-Nitrophenyl)Ethanone is a versatile organic intermediate characterized by its distinct aromatic ketone structure substituted with chloro and nitro functional groups. This compound is valued for its reactivity, particularly in electrophilic aromatic substitution and reduction reactions, making it a critical building block for synthesizing more complex molecules. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacturing of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Dye and Pigment Production: Serves as a building block for azo dyes and other complex colorants.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing novel aromatic compounds and studying reaction mechanisms.
• Material Science: Potential intermediate in the production of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(4-Chloro-2-Nitrophenyl)Ethanone
CAS No.	23082-51-1
Molecular Formula	C8H6ClNO3
Molecular Weight	199.59 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Chloro-2'-nitroacetophenone; 2-Nitro-4-chloroacetophenone; 1-Acetyl-4-chloro-2-nitrobenzene; 4-Chloro-2-nitroacetophenone; p-Chloro-o-nitroacetophenone; Ethanone, 1-(4-chloro-2-nitrophenyl)-; NSC 403107
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-(4-Chloro-2-Nitrophenyl)Ethanone adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. Each lot is analyzed against comprehensive specifications using advanced analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, and NMR. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 sources, strong oxidizing agents, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	88 - 92 °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.