Description

Ethyl 4-Nitrocinnamate is a versatile organic intermediate characterized by its cinnamate ester structure bearing a nitro substituent. This compound is valued for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and fine chemical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors for constructing novel compounds with potential biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing cinnamic acid derivatives or nitro-aromatic motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in research and development for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a starting material for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials and charge-transport layers.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, including dyes, pigments, and UV absorbers.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including cross-coupling and condensation reactions.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized to introduce photoactive or electron-accepting groups into polymer backbones for functional material development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 4-Nitrocinnamate
CAS No.	953-26-4
Molecular Formula	C11H11NO4
Molecular Weight	221.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl (E)-4-Nitrocinnamate; (E)-Ethyl 3-(4-Nitrophenyl)acrylate; Ethyl p-Nitrocinnamate; 4-Nitrocinnamic Acid Ethyl Ester; 3-(4-Nitrophenyl)-2-propenoic Acid Ethyl Ester; trans-Ethyl 4-Nitrocinnamate; Ethyl (E)-3-(4-Nitrophenyl)propenoate
EINECS	213-475-6

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 4-Nitrocinnamate is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and industrial use. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

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 strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	142 - 146 °C
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.