Description

n-(4-Formyl-2-Nitrophenyl)Acetamide is a specialized aromatic organic compound featuring both formyl and nitro functional groups on an acetamide-substituted benzene ring, making it a valuable synthetic intermediate. Its molecular structure is engineered for precise reactivity, enabling the controlled construction of more complex chemical architectures. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial R&D departments engaged in pharmaceutical development, advanced material science, and the synthesis of specialty dyes and pigments.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring specific nitro- and formyl-substituted aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and research of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its functional groups contribute to biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the manufacturing of complex azo dyes and high-performance organic pigments, contributing to color fastness and specific hue properties.
• Material Science: Employed in the research of organic semiconductors, photoactive materials, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) due to its electron-withdrawing nitro group and reactive aldehyde.
• Chemical Research: Utilized as a standard or reagent in organic synthesis methodologies, including cross-coupling reactions and Schiff base formation.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-(4-Formyl-2-Nitrophenyl)Acetamide
CAS No.	51818-98-5
Molecular Formula	C9H8N2O4
Molecular Weight	208.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Acetamido-5-nitrobenzaldehyde; 4-Formyl-2-nitroacetanilide; N-(4-Formyl-2-nitrophenyl)acetamide; 5-Nitro-2-acetamidobenzaldehyde; Acetamide, N-(4-formyl-2-nitrophenyl)-; 2-Nitro-4-formylacetanilide; 2-Acetylamino-5-nitrobenzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-(4-Formyl-2-Nitrophenyl)Acetamide is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and related substances are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory 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). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to handle and store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability, especially after opening the original container. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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