Description

4-Chloro-3-Nitrophenylacetic Acid is a versatile aromatic acid derivative that serves as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both chloro and nitro substituents, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in fine chemical synthesis, particularly for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty chemical products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor in the production of specialized azo dyes and colorants.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: A key starting material for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Utilized in palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki and Heck couplings for creating complex biaryl structures.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and process chemistry in organic synthesis laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-3-Nitrophenylacetic Acid
CAS No.	37777-68-7
Molecular Formula	C8H6ClNO4
Molecular Weight	215.59 g/mol
Synonyms	(4-Chloro-3-nitrophenyl)acetic Acid; 2-(4-Chloro-3-nitrophenyl)acetic Acid; 4-Chloro-3-nitrobenzeneacetic Acid; 4-Chloro-3-nitrophenylacetic Acid; 2-(4-Chloro-3-nitrophenyl)ethanoic Acid; 4-Chloro-3-nitro-α-toluic Acid; 4-Chloro-3-nitrophenylacetic Acid CAS 37777-68-7
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Chloro-3-Nitrophenylacetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and NMR/IR for structural confirmation. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing all specifications and test results to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.