Description

Benzoic Acid, 4-Azido-2-Nitro- CAS NO 60733-07-5 is a specialized aromatic compound featuring both azido and nitro functional groups on the benzoic acid backbone. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for advanced chemical synthesis, particularly in the development of photoactive and energetic materials. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers engaged in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and materials science for creating novel compounds and polymers.

Application

• Photoaffinity Labeling Probe Synthesis: A key intermediate for creating probes used in biochemistry and molecular biology to study protein-ligand interactions.
• Click Chemistry Reagent: Utilized in copper-catalyzed azide-alkyne cycloaddition (CuAAC) reactions to build complex molecular architectures.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for synthesizing specialty polymers with unique thermal or optical properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring photo-labile protecting groups.
• Agrochemical Research: Acts as a building block for novel herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Energetic Materials Precursor: Investigated for use in the synthesis of specialized, high-energy-density compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoic Acid, 4-Azido-2-Nitro-
CAS No.	60733-07-5
Molecular Formula	C7H4N4O4
Molecular Weight	208.13 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Azido-2-nitrobenzoic acid; 2-Nitro-4-azidobenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-azido-2-nitro-; 4-Azido-2-nitro-benzoesäure (German); Acide 4-azido-2-nitrobenzoïque (French); 4-Azido-2-NBA; 4-Azido-2-nitrobenzene-1-carboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzoic Acid, 4-Azido-2-Nitro- is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, IR and NMR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent decomposition. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.