Description

4-(3-Methyl-4-Nitro-Phenoxymethyl)-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester is a specialized aromatic ester compound with a nitro-substituted phenoxymethyl linker. This chemical serves as a valuable advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block in organic synthesis. It is primarily required by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the development of novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those requiring a nitro-aromatic moiety for further functionalization.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides where its specific aromatic structure can contribute to biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized aromatic cores used in electronic and display materials.
• Polymer Modification: Can be incorporated into polymer chains to introduce specific functional groups, altering material properties like solubility or thermal stability.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and pigments due to its nitro and ester functionalities.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) for creating biaryl structures common in many advanced materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(3-Methyl-4-Nitro-Phenoxymethyl)-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	832740-32-6
Molecular Formula	C16H15NO5
Molecular Weight	301.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-[(3-methyl-4-nitrophenoxy)methyl]benzoate; Benzoic acid, 4-[(3-methyl-4-nitrophenoxy)methyl]-, methyl ester; Methyl 4-((3-methyl-4-nitrophenoxy)methyl)benzoate; 4-((3-Methyl-4-nitrophenoxy)methyl)benzoic acid methyl ester; 4-(3-Methyl-4-nitro-phenoxymethyl)-benzoic acid methyl ester; 832740-32-6; Methyl 4-(3-methyl-4-nitrobenzyloxy)benzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-(3-Methyl-4-Nitro-Phenoxymethyl)-Benzoic Acid Methyl Ester adheres to stringent in-process controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is fully characterized and undergoes rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.