Description

4-Nitrophenyl trans-Ferulate is a specialized phenolic ester derivative of ferulic acid, a compound of significant interest in biochemical and pharmaceutical research. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its role as a synthetic precursor and a model compound in the study of antioxidant mechanisms and enzyme inhibition. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and development laboratories in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and fine chemical sectors for advanced synthesis and analytical method development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates with potential antioxidant or anti-inflammatory properties.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or probe in enzymatic studies, particularly those involving esterases, transferases, and oxidative pathways.
• Reference Standard: Employed in analytical chemistry for method validation, calibration, and quality control in HPLC and LC-MS analyses.
• Cosmeceutical Development: Investigated as a stabilized derivative of ferulic acid for potential use in advanced skincare formulations targeting photoaging.
• Nutraceutical Research: Studied for its bioavailability and metabolic profile as a modified phenolic compound in nutritional science.
• Material Science: Explored as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of bio-based polymers with specific functional properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Nitrophenyl trans-Ferulate
CAS No.	398128-60-4
Molecular Formula	C16H13NO6
Molecular Weight	315.28 g/mol
Synonyms	trans-4-Nitrophenyl ferulate; (E)-4-Nitrophenyl 3-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)acrylate; Ferulic acid 4-nitrophenyl ester; p-Nitrophenyl trans-ferulate; 3-(4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-2-propenoic acid 4-nitrophenyl ester; 4-Nitrophenyl (E)-3-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)acrylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Nitrophenyl trans-Ferulate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles as determined by advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods. We adhere to relevant ISO guidelines and can support development work requiring research-grade materials.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference retention time
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents	Meets ICH guidelines

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