Description

3-Nitrophenetole is a versatile aromatic nitro compound with the CAS registry number 621-52-3, serving as a key synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the reactive nitro and ethoxy functional groups, which allow for selective transformations into more complex molecules. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, as well as production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a substituted aniline or phenetidine backbone.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators where its aromatic nitro group is a key functional handle.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for azo dyes and other colorants, where it contributes to the chromophore structure.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in research for nitration studies, ether cleavage reactions, and as a starting material for preparing more complex ethers and amines via reduction of the nitro group.
• Liquid Crystal and Electronic Chemical Production: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of specialty chemicals used in advanced materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Nitrophenetole
CAS No.	621-52-3
Molecular Formula	C8H9NO3
Molecular Weight	167.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Ethoxy-3-nitrobenzene; m-Nitrophenetole; 3-Nitrophenetol; 3-Ethoxynitrobenzene; Phenetole, 3-nitro-; Benzene, 1-ethoxy-3-nitro-; NSC 406927
EINECS	210-700-1

Quality Control

Our 3-Nitrophenetole is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, which includes data from HPLC, GC, and NMR analyses. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber or otherwise opaque.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	34 - 38 °C
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.