Description

1-(2-Nitro-Biphenyl-4-Yl)-Ethanone is a specialized organic compound featuring a biphenyl core substituted with a nitro group and an acetyl moiety. This molecular structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing more complex chemical entities, particularly in advanced material science and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the fine chemical, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries for creating novel compounds with specific functional properties.

Application

This nitro-substituted biphenyl derivative serves as a versatile building block in organic synthesis. Its key applications include:

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a functionalized biphenyl scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor in the manufacture of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport molecules or ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complex dyes and organic pigments due to its aromatic nitro and ketone functionalities.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Research: Utilized as a core component in the synthesis of molecules for display and lighting technologies.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Functions as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) to create more elaborate conjugated systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2-Nitro-Biphenyl-4-Yl)-Ethanone
CAS No.	42771-77-7
Molecular Formula	C14H11NO3
Molecular Weight	241.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2'-Nitro-4-acetylbiphenyl; 4-Acetyl-2'-nitrobiphenyl; 1-(2'-Nitrobiphenyl-4-yl)ethanone; 2-Nitro-4'-acetylbiphenyl; 4'-Acetyl-2-nitrobiphenyl; Ethanone, 1-(2'-nitro[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-yl)-; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-acetophenone, 2'-nitro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(2-Nitro-Biphenyl-4-Yl)-Ethanone is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation of quality. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.