Description

4-Methoxy-2-Nitrophenyl Acetaldehyde is a specialized aromatic aldehyde building block of significant importance in fine chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both an aldehyde and a nitro group on a methoxy-substituted benzene ring, makes it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for synthesizing complex azo dyes and other colored compounds.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: A potential intermediate for creating electron-transport or emissive layer materials in display technologies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful for constructing sophisticated chelating ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal complex formation.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and synthesizing complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methoxy-2-Nitrophenyl Acetaldehyde
CAS No.	69111-92-8
Molecular Formula	C9H9NO4
Molecular Weight	195.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitro-4-methoxybenzeneacetaldehyde; (2-Nitro-4-methoxyphenyl)acetaldehyde; 4-Methoxy-2-nitrobenzeneacetaldehyde; 2-(2-Nitro-4-methoxyphenyl)acetaldehyde; p-Methoxy-o-nitrophenylacetaldehyde; 69111-92-8; 4-Methoxy-2-nitrophenylethanal
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Methoxy-2-Nitrophenyl Acetaldehyde is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles to meet your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider packaging under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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