Description

2-Nitrobenzoic Acid Phenacyl Ester is a specialized organic ester compound with the CAS registry number 55153-33-8. This chemical serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its reactive phenacyl ester group. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and the construction of complex organic molecules.
• Chemical Derivatization: Useful as a derivatizing agent in analytical chemistry for the detection and quantification of specific functional groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Nitrobenzoic Acid Phenacyl Ester
CAS No.	55153-33-8
Molecular Formula	C15H11NO5
Molecular Weight	285.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Phenacyl 2-Nitrobenzoate; 2-Nitrobenzoic Acid Phenacyl Ester; α-Oxo-Benzeneacetic Acid 2-Nitrobenzyl Ester; (2-Nitrobenzoyloxy)acetophenone; Phenacyl o-Nitrobenzoate; Benzeneacetic acid, α-oxo-, 2-nitrobenzyl ester; 55153-33-8
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Nitrobenzoic Acid Phenacyl Ester is manufactured 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, which includes data from techniques such as HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the exacting standards required for research and industrial synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow 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.