Description

o-(o-Nitrophenoxy)Toluene is a specialized aromatic ether compound featuring a nitrophenoxy substituent. This chemical serves as a valuable advanced intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, particularly within fine chemical and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and dyestuff industries for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of potential active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive compounds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and prototyping of new herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dyestuff and Pigment Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized azo dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Development: Acts as a synthetic intermediate for advanced electronic and optoelectronic materials.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized to introduce functional aromatic groups into polymer backbones for specialty resins.
• General Organic Synthesis: A versatile reagent for constructing complex ether and nitro-aromatic structures in academic and industrial R&D.

Basic Information

Product Name	o-(o-Nitrophenoxy)Toluene
CAS No.	54106-40-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₁NO₃
Molecular Weight	229.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Nitrophenoxy)toluene; 1-Methyl-2-(2-nitrophenoxy)benzene; o-Tolyl 2-nitrophenyl ether; 2-Nitrophenyl o-tolyl ether; (2-Methylphenoxy)(2-nitrophenyl)methane; Benzene, 1-methyl-2-(2-nitrophenoxy)-; o-(2-Nitrophenoxy)toluene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our o-(o-Nitrophenoxy)Toluene is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures the material is suitable for demanding research and scale-up applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.