Description

4-(4-Nitrophenyl)Pyridine is a versatile heterocyclic aromatic compound featuring a pyridine ring linked to a nitrophenyl group. This specific molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical research, agrochemical development, and specialty chemical industries for creating complex molecules and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those requiring a functionalized biphenyl-like scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its nitro and aromatic functionalities.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating complex ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and nonlinear optical (NLO) materials due to its electron-accepting nitro group and planar structure.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Functions as a building block for synthesizing specialized azo dyes and pigments.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: Used extensively in universities and corporate R&D for methodological studies and exploring new chemical reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(4-Nitrophenyl)Pyridine
CAS No.	4282-45-5
Molecular Formula	C11H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	200.20 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4-Nitrophenyl)pyridine; 4-Pyridinylphenyl, 4-nitro-; p-Nitrophenylpyridine; 4-(4-Nitro-phenyl)-pyridine; 4-(p-Nitrophenyl)pyridine; 4-Nitro-4'-pyridylbiphenyl; 1-(4-Nitrophenyl)-4-pyridine; (4-Nitrophenyl)pyridine
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Quality Control

Our 4-(4-Nitrophenyl)Pyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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. The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	158 - 162 °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.