Description

2-Methoxy-5-Nitroacetophenone is a versatile nitro-substituted aromatic ketone that serves as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both methoxy and nitro functional groups, makes it a valuable building block for creating complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with nitro-aromatic or heterocyclic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators where its nitro group is essential for biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate for synthesizing complex azo dyes and organic pigments, contributing to color strength and stability.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Acts as a starting material for electron-transport or emissive layer materials in electronic displays and lighting.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for creating novel ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Chemical Research: Employed as a standard or reagent in methodological studies involving nitration, etherification, and carbonyl chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methoxy-5-Nitroacetophenone
CAS No.	61941-46-6
Molecular Formula	C9H9NO4
Molecular Weight	195.17 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2-Methoxy-5-nitrophenyl)ethanone; 2'-Methoxy-5'-nitroacetophenone; 5-Nitro-2-methoxyacetophenone; 2-Methoxy-5-nitroacetophenone; Ethanone, 1-(2-methoxy-5-nitrophenyl)-; Acetophenone, 2'-methoxy-5'-nitro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Methoxy-5-Nitroacetophenone is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as identity, assay, and impurity profiles. We support customer-specific quality requirements and can provide material compliant with relevant standards for research and commercial use.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in dark conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

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