Description

[(4-Nitrophenyl)Sulfonyl] Azide is a specialized organic azide compound, recognized for its utility as a versatile reagent in synthetic chemistry. Its core value lies in its role as a key precursor for the generation of nitrenes and as a sulfonylating agent, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This high-purity intermediate is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors, where it facilitates the development of novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical building block in the synthesis of sulfonamide-based drug candidates and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides requiring sulfonyl azide chemistry.
• Polymer & Materials Science: Employed as a cross-linking agent or functional monomer to introduce sulfonyl azide groups into polymers for advanced material properties.
• Peptide Chemistry: Acts as a reagent for the modification of peptides and proteins via sulfonylation reactions.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the creation of photoaffinity labeling agents and other biochemical tools for studying biological systems.
• Nitrene Generation: A key precursor for the in-situ generation of nitrenes used in C-H amination and other insertion reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	[(4-Nitrophenyl)Sulfonyl] Azide
CAS No.	4547-62-0
Molecular Formula	C6H4N4O4S
Molecular Weight	228.18 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Nitrobenzenesulfonyl azide; p-Nitrobenzenesulfonyl azide; 4-Nitrobenzene-1-sulfonyl azide; PNBSA; 4-NBSA; NSC 401777; Benzenesulfonyl azide, 4-nitro-; (4-Nitrophenyl)sulfonyl azide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our [(4-Nitrophenyl)Sulfonyl] Azide 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 assay and purity, IR for identification, and residual solvent analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and should be handled with appropriate precautions. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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