Description

3-Nitro Propiophenone is a versatile aromatic ketone intermediate of significant importance in synthetic organic chemistry. Its nitro-substituted propiophenone structure makes it a valuable building block for the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries for constructing novel compounds and active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including potential candidates for central nervous system (CNS) drugs and other therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its reactive nitro and ketone functional groups.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Serves as a versatile starting material for the preparation of dyes, pigments, and other specialty chemicals through further functionalization.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced organic materials, such as liquid crystals or polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Utilized in laboratories for method development, catalysis studies, and exploring new organic reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Nitro Propiophenone
CAS No.	7408-16-1
Molecular Formula	C9H9NO3
Molecular Weight	179.17 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Propanone, 1-(3-nitrophenyl)-; 3'-Nitropropiophenone; m-Nitropropiophenone; 3-Nitro-1-phenyl-1-propanone; Propiophenone, 3'-nitro-; 1-(3-Nitrophenyl)propan-1-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Nitro Propiophenone is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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.