Description

4-Methoxy-2-Nitrobenzoic Acid is a versatile aromatic nitro acid derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in providing a functionalized benzoic acid scaffold with orthogonal reactive sites for constructing complex molecules. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to synthesize active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex aromatic backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for azo dyes and other colorants due to its nitro and carboxylic acid functional groups.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in developing new synthetic methodologies and heterocyclic compounds.
• Liquid Crystal and Polymer Chemistry: Can be incorporated into monomers for creating specialty polymers with specific electronic or optical properties.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a ligand or a precursor for ligands in metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methoxy-2-Nitrobenzoic Acid
CAS No.	33844-21-2
Molecular Formula	C8H7NO5
Molecular Weight	197.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitro-4-methoxybenzoic Acid; 4-Methoxy-2-nitrobenzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 4-methoxy-2-nitro-; 4-Methoxy-2-nitro-benzoic acid; 2-Nitro-p-anisic acid; p-Methoxy-o-nitrobenzoic acid; NSC 403107
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Quality Control

Our 4-Methoxy-2-Nitrobenzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, IR for identification, and loss on drying, to ensure it meets exacting standards for use in sensitive synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full traceability are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to beige crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	168°C - 172°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.