Description

Dimethyl 5-Nitroisophthalate 98+% is a high-purity aromatic ester derivative, serving as a critical organic intermediate and building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in providing a nitro-functionalized isophthalate core, enabling precise molecular construction for performance materials and active ingredients. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop novel compounds with specific functional properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a nitro-aromatic moiety for further functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the nitro and ester groups are leveraged for bioactivity.
• Polymer & Material Science: Monomer or modifier in the production of specialty polyesters, liquid crystals, and high-performance polymers with tailored thermal or optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Versatile starting material for academic and industrial research in heterocyclic chemistry, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and dye synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in the multi-step synthesis of complex organic molecules for electronics, coatings, and advanced material applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethyl 5-Nitroisophthalate 98+%
CAS No.	57052-99-0
Molecular Formula	C10H9NO6
Molecular Weight	239.18 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitroisophthalic Acid Dimethyl Ester; Dimethyl 5-Nitrobenzene-1,3-dicarboxylate; 1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic Acid, 5-Nitro-, Dimethyl Ester; 5-Nitro-1,3-benzenedicarboxylic Acid Dimethyl Ester; Methyl 5-Nitroisophthalate; NSC 163244
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Dimethyl 5-Nitroisophthalate 98+% is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the specified standards. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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 under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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