Description

[2-(Azidomethyl)Phenyl]Acetic Acid CAS NO 40851-64-7 is a specialized aromatic acetic acid derivative featuring a reactive azidomethyl functional group, making it a valuable synthetic intermediate. This compound is crucial for the efficient construction of complex molecular architectures, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and material science research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in click chemistry, bioconjugation, and the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those requiring bioconjugation or targeted delivery systems.
• Click Chemistry Reagent: The azide group enables efficient, high-yielding Huisgen 1,3-dipolar cycloaddition reactions with alkynes to form triazole linkages.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: Used to attach fluorescent tags, affinity labels, or other functional moieties to biomolecules for diagnostic and research applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators with specific activity.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functionalization agent for creating polymers with tailored properties, such as photo-crosslinkable materials.
• Peptidomimetics & Bioactive Molecule Design: Incorporates the phenylacetic acid scaffold into peptide analogs and other bioactive compounds to modulate their properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	[2-(Azidomethyl)Phenyl]Acetic Acid
CAS No.	40851-64-7
Molecular Formula	C9H9N3O2
Molecular Weight	191.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Azidomethyl)benzeneacetic Acid; (2-Azidomethylphenyl)acetic Acid; α-(2-Azidomethylphenyl)acetic Acid; o-(Azidomethyl)phenylacetic Acid; Azidomethylphenylacetic Acid; NSC 403796; Azido-Phenyl-Acetic Acid Derivative
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Quality Control

Every batch of [2-(Azidomethyl)Phenyl]Acetic Acid is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high purity and consistency through advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials. Due to the presence of the azide functional group, appropriate safety protocols for azide handling should be observed.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.