Description

1-(4-Nitrophenyl)-1,2-Propanedione is an organic diketone compound featuring a nitrophenyl substituent, which imparts specific reactivity and spectroscopic properties. This compound serves as a valuable chemical intermediate and research reagent in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and chemical manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic compounds and potential active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and research of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile precursor for diketone chemistry, including cyclization and condensation reactions to form pyrroles, imidazoles, and other N-heterocycles.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new synthetic methodologies.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or cross-linking agent in the research of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Can be used in the synthesis of nitro-substituted aromatic compounds for colorant applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(4-Nitrophenyl)-1,2-Propanedione
CAS No.	6159-25-7
Molecular Formula	C9H7NO4
Molecular Weight	193.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Nitrobenzoylpyruvic Acid Methyl Ester; 1-(4-Nitrophenyl)propane-1,2-dione; 4-Nitrophenyl-1,2-propanedione; p-Nitrophenyl-1,2-propanedione; 4-Nitrobenzoylmethyl Methyl Ketone; 1-(p-Nitrophenyl)-1,2-propanedione; 6159-25-7; NSC 163022
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(4-Nitrophenyl)-1,2-Propanedione is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, impurity profile, and physical characterization. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity research and synthesis.

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).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.