Description

4-(3-Nitrophenyl)Benzoic Acid is a high-purity organic intermediate featuring a benzoic acid core substituted with a nitrophenyl group, making it a valuable building block for advanced synthesis. Its structure is critical for introducing both carboxylic acid and nitro functional groups into target molecules, enabling precise chemical modifications. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a building block for creating advanced organic electronic materials and display components.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of specialized dyes, pigments, and colorants.
• Polymer Modification: Utilized to introduce specific functional groups into polymer chains to alter material properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for organic synthesis and chemical research in university and corporate laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(3-Nitrophenyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	5737-85-9
Molecular Formula	C13H9NO4
Molecular Weight	243.22 g/mol
Synonyms	3'-Nitro[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylic Acid; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-carboxylic Acid, 3'-Nitro-; 4-(3-Nitro-phenyl)-benzoic Acid; 3-Nitrobiphenyl-4-carboxylic Acid; 4-Carboxy-3'-nitrobiphenyl; Benzoic Acid, 4-(3-nitrophenyl)-; 4-(m-Nitrophenyl)benzoic Acid
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Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity, purity, and consistency for every batch. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	245 - 250 °C
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤20 ppm

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