Description

{2-Chloro-5-Nitrophenyl}Acetic Acid CAS NO 37777-70-1 is a high-purity organic building block characterized by its chloronitrophenyl acetic acid structure. This compound is a critical intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules, offering precise functionalization for advanced chemical processes. It is primarily required by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical research and development sectors for creating novel active ingredients and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in molecules requiring a substituted phenylacetic acid moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a versatile building block for dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex heterocycles and conducting structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of monomers or ligands for advanced polymeric and coordination compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	{2-Chloro-5-Nitrophenyl}Acetic Acid
CAS No.	37777-70-1
Molecular Formula	C8H6ClNO4
Molecular Weight	215.59 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Chloro-5-nitrophenyl)acetic acid; 2-(2-Chloro-5-nitrophenyl)acetic acid; 2-Chloro-5-nitrophenylacetic acid; (2-Chloro-5-nitrophenyl)ethanoic acid; Acetic acid, (2-chloro-5-nitrophenyl)-; 37777-70-1; NSC 403796
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our {2-Chloro-5-Nitrophenyl}Acetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided and available upon request 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 room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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%

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