Description

2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)Acetohydrazide is a versatile aromatic hydrazide derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a methoxyphenyl group and a reactive hydrazide moiety, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with specific functionalities. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to synthesize novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its aromatic backbone for bioactivity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in heterocyclic chemistry for constructing pyrazoles, oxadiazoles, and other nitrogen-containing rings important in material science.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a standard reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and exploring new reaction pathways.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a ligand for metal complexation, useful in catalysis and the preparation of specialized materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)Acetohydrazide
CAS No.	57676-49-0
Molecular Formula	C9H12N2O2
Molecular Weight	180.20 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Methoxyphenylacetohydrazide; 4-Methoxyphenylacetohydrazide; (4-Methoxyphenyl)acetic acid hydrazide; 2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)acetohydrazide; Acetic acid, 2-(4-methoxyphenyl)-, hydrazide; NSC 403697; 4-Methoxybenzeneacetohydrazide; 4-Methoxy-α-toluic hydrazide
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Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)Acetohydrazide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 hygroscopic and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the product under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation and to minimize moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	158°C - 162°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
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.