Description

Methyl 4-Nitrobenzoate is a versatile organic ester derivative of 4-nitrobenzoic acid, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of the nitro and ester functional groups, which enable a wide range of chemical transformations, including reductions and nucleophilic substitutions. This compound is essential for research chemists and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors who require high-purity intermediates for developing active ingredients, dyes, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing aniline or benzoic acid derivatives.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate in the production of azo dyes and other complex colorants.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable starting material in academic and industrial R&D for preparing more complex nitro-aromatic and ester-containing compounds.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized in the synthesis of monomers or additives for specialty polymers and advanced materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions, such as Suzuki or Stille couplings, for constructing biaryl systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-Nitrobenzoate
CAS No.	619-50-1
Molecular Formula	C8H7NO4
Molecular Weight	181.15 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Nitrobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl p-Nitrobenzoate; p-Nitrobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 4-nitro-, methyl ester; Methyl-4-nitrobenzoate; Methyl ester of 4-nitrobenzoic acid; NSC 6648
EINECS	210-596-7

Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-Nitrobenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications in regulated environments, including cGMP for pharmaceutical intermediates.

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 (store away from light) and should be handled in a manner that minimizes prolonged exposure to air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	92°C - 96°C
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.