Description

Methyl(3-Nitrophenoxy)Acetate is a specialized organic ester compound, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical manufacturing. Its value lies in its functionalized aromatic structure, which provides a versatile handle for constructing more complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and crop protection industries seeking to develop new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a nitrophenoxy moiety.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye & Pigment Precursor: Serves as an intermediate in the production of specialized azo dyes and colorants.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: A potential intermediate for creating advanced organic electronic materials.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce functional groups into polymer chains for specialty materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig amination for C-O bond formation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl(3-Nitrophenoxy)Acetate
CAS No.	81720-19-6
Molecular Formula	C9H9NO5
Molecular Weight	211.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetic acid, 2-(3-nitrophenoxy)-, methyl ester; Methyl 2-(3-nitrophenoxy)acetate; 3-Nitrophenoxyacetic acid methyl ester; Methyl (3-nitrophenoxy)ethanoate; (3-Nitrophenoxy)acetic acid methyl ester; Methyl ester of (3-nitrophenoxy)acetic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl(3-Nitrophenoxy)Acetate 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 spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.