Description

4-(p-Nitrophenyl)-2-Butanone Semicarbazone is a high-purity organic chemical intermediate characterized by its semicarbazone functional group and nitrophenyl moiety. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in synthetic organic chemistry, particularly for the preparation of more complex heterocyclic structures and pharmaceutical candidates. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for process development and novel compound synthesis. The consistent quality and reliable supply of this intermediate are critical for ensuring reproducible results in sensitive chemical syntheses.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing nitrogen-based heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and testing of new herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators where the nitrophenyl group is a common bioactive component.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex molecules, leveraging the reactivity of the semicarbazone group for carbonyl protection and subsequent transformations.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical method development, validation, and quality control in chemical manufacturing.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for the development of organic semiconductors, non-linear optical materials, or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) due to its conjugated structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(p-Nitrophenyl)-2-Butanone Semicarbazone
CAS No.	3506-83-0
Molecular Formula	C11H14N4O3
Molecular Weight	250.26 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4-Nitrophenyl)-2-butanone semicarbazone; 1-[3-(4-Nitrophenyl)-1-oxobutyl]-2-semicarbazide; 4-(4-Nitrophenyl)-2-butanone hydrazonecarboxamide; p-Nitrophenylbutanone semicarbazone; 4-(p-Nitrophenyl)-2-butanone semicarbazone; 4-(4-Nitrophenyl)butan-2-one semicarbazone; (E)-2-(3-(4-nitrophenyl)butan-2-ylidene)hydrazine-1-carboxamide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(p-Nitrophenyl)-2-Butanone Semicarbazone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR) for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light as indicated by its chemical property.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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