Description

2-Nitrobenzeneacrylic Acid Methyl Ester is a specialized aromatic nitro compound that serves as a versatile chemical intermediate. Its unique structure, featuring both a nitro group and an acrylate moiety, makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing more complex molecules. This product is primarily utilized by research and development laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex aromatic backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive sites for structural modification.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a starting material for creating electron-transport or emissive layer materials in electronic displays.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate for producing specialized azo dyes and organic pigments due to its nitro and conjugated systems.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be incorporated as a functional monomer to introduce photoactive or electron-accepting properties into polymer chains.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and creating compound libraries for screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Nitrobenzeneacrylic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	612-43-1
Molecular Formula	C10H9NO4
Molecular Weight	207.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-Nitrocinnamate; Methyl (2-Nitrophenyl)acrylate; 2-Nitrocinnamic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 3-(2-Nitrophenyl)-2-propenoate; (E)-Methyl 3-(2-nitrophenyl)acrylate; (2-Nitrobenzene)acrylic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl α-(2-Nitrophenyl)acrylate
EINECS	210-289-5

Quality Control

Our 2-Nitrobenzeneacrylic Acid Methyl Ester is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for sensitive synthesis applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be amber-colored or stored in a dark place.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.