Description

tert-Butyl 2-(5-Nitropyridin-2-Yl)Acetate is a high-purity, protected carboxylic acid derivative and a key synthetic intermediate in modern organic chemistry. Its value lies in the strategic combination of a reactive nitropyridine moiety and a tert-butyl ester protecting group, enabling precise, multi-step synthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors who require reliable building blocks for developing active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a precursor in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the nitropyridine scaffold.
• Chemical Synthesis: Used in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and functionalized pyridine derivatives.
• Material Science: Potential intermediate for the synthesis of specialty chemicals, ligands for catalysis, and functional organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	tert-Butyl 2-(5-Nitropyridin-2-Yl)Acetate
CAS No.	790714-73-7
Molecular Formula	C11H14N2O4
Molecular Weight	238.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(5-Nitro-2-pyridinyl)acetic acid 1,1-dimethylethyl ester; tert-Butyl (5-nitropyridin-2-yl)acetate; 2-(5-Nitropyridin-2-yl)acetic acid tert-butyl ester; Acetic acid, 2-(5-nitro-2-pyridinyl)-, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester; 790714-73-7; tert-Butyl 2-(5-nitropyridin-2-yl)acetate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our tert-Butyl 2-(5-Nitropyridin-2-Yl)Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

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.