Description

(3-Nitro-Benzylamino)-Acetic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring both a nitro-aromatic and an amino acid functional group. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers engaged in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals, where precise molecular architecture is critical.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting specific biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its nitro and amino acid motifs.
• Peptidomimetic Chemistry: Acts as a constrained amino acid analog for constructing peptide-like molecules with enhanced stability and bioavailability.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the creation of specialized ligands for metal complexes and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Functions as an intermediate in the production of complex aromatic dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or functional additive for creating advanced polymers with specific electronic or optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	(3-Nitro-Benzylamino)-Acetic Acid
CAS No.	72761-92-3
Molecular Formula	C9H10N2O4
Molecular Weight	210.19 g/mol
Synonyms	N-[(3-Nitrophenyl)methyl]glycine; Glycine, N-[(3-nitrophenyl)methyl]-; 2-[[(3-Nitrophenyl)methyl]amino]acetic Acid; (3-Nitrobenzylamino)acetic Acid; m-Nitrobenzylaminoacetic Acid; N-(3-Nitrobenzyl)glycine; 72761-92-3; (3-Nitro-benzylamino)-acetic acid
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Quality Control

Every batch of (3-Nitro-Benzylamino)-Acetic Acid is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high-purity standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is available for each lot upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect stability and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
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.