Description

4-Nitrobenzyl Carbamate is a specialized organic compound featuring both a nitro and a carbamate functional group on a benzyl scaffold. This unique structure makes it a valuable chemical intermediate and building block in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a protected amine or a nitro-aromatic moiety for further functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for developing herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the nitro group can be reduced to an amine for further derivatization.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Used in peptide chemistry and polymer science as a protecting group for amines or as a monomer component.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development, catalysis studies, and creating novel chemical libraries.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material in the production of certain azo dyes and specialty colorants.
• Material Science: Investigated for incorporation into specialty polymers and advanced materials requiring specific nitro-aromatic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Nitrobenzyl Carbamate
CAS No.	32339-07-4
Molecular Formula	C8H8N2O4
Molecular Weight	196.16 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Nitrobenzyl Carbamate; Carbamic Acid, (4-Nitrophenyl)methyl Ester; 4-Nitrobenzyloxycarbonylamine; (4-Nitrobenzyl) Carbamate; 4-NBC; PNZ-Carbamate; 4-Nitrobenzyloxycarbonyl Amine; 4-Nitrobenzyl N-Hydroxycarbamate (common misnomer)
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Quality Control

Our 4-Nitrobenzyl Carbamate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for critical R&D and scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	158°C - 162°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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