Description

2-(4-Methoxyphenoxy)-3-Nitropyridine is a high-purity, synthetically valuable chemical intermediate characterized by its distinct aromatic ether and nitro-substituted pyridine structure. This compound matters for its role as a critical building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. Industrial and R&D chemists need it for developing novel active ingredients, where its specific substitution pattern enables precise molecular modifications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system or inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating novel herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides, leveraging its nitro and ether functional groups for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or building block for developing specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for studying nitro-group reduction, etherification reactions, and as a ligand in catalytic systems.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing complex azo dyes or other colored compounds due to its aromatic nitro structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Methoxyphenoxy)-3-Nitropyridine
CAS No.	76893-48-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₀N₂O₄
Molecular Weight	246.22 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Nitro-2-(4-methoxyphenoxy)pyridine; 2-(p-Methoxyphenoxy)-3-nitropyridine; 2-(4-Methoxyphenoxy)-3-nitro-pyridine; 3-Nitro-2-(4-methoxyphenoxy)pyridine; Pyridine, 2-(4-methoxyphenoxy)-3-nitro-; 76893-48-6; 2-(4-Methoxy-phenoxy)-3-nitro-pyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Methoxyphenoxy)-3-Nitropyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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