Description

4-Benzyloxy-5-Methoxy-2-Nitro-Benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester is a high-purity, advanced pharmaceutical intermediate of significant commercial importance. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic building block in the development of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical sectors for use in organic synthesis and process development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the multi-step synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in therapeutic areas requiring complex molecular architectures.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Used in research and development for constructing substituted benzoic acid derivatives and other aromatic compounds.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a standard or starting material in academic and industrial laboratories for methodological studies and catalyst testing.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals where specific nitro- and benzyloxy-substituted motifs are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Benzyloxy-5-Methoxy-2-Nitro-Benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	334025-82-0
Molecular Formula	C17H17NO6
Molecular Weight	331.32 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-(benzyloxy)-5-methoxy-2-nitrobenzoate; Benzoic acid, 4-(benzyloxy)-5-methoxy-2-nitro-, ethyl ester; 4-Benzyloxy-5-methoxy-2-nitrobenzoic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 4-benzyloxy-5-methoxy-2-nitrobenzoate; 2-Nitro-4-benzyloxy-5-methoxybenzoic acid ethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-Benzyloxy-5-Methoxy-2-Nitro-Benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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.