Description

n-Caproic Acid 4-Nitrophenyl Ester is a specialized organic ester derivative of caproic acid and 4-nitrophenol. This compound is a valuable chromogenic substrate and synthetic intermediate in biochemical and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, diagnostic kit manufacturers, and fine chemical synthesis facilities for enzymatic assays and the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Enzymatic Substrate: Used as a chromogenic substrate for detecting and quantifying the activity of esterases, lipases, and other hydrolytic enzymes in biochemical assays.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules for pharmaceutical research and development.
• Diagnostic Reagent: Employed in the formulation of diagnostic kits and reagents for clinical and research laboratories.
• Biochemical Research: Applied in kinetic studies and enzyme characterization to understand catalytic mechanisms and inhibition.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as an acylating agent or protecting group intermediate in multi-step organic synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for potential use in the development of specialty polymers or surface-modifying agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Caproic Acid 4-Nitrophenyl Ester
CAS No.	956-75-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₅NO₄
Molecular Weight	237.25 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Nitrophenyl Caproate; 4-Nitrophenyl Hexanoate; p-Nitrophenyl n-Caproate; p-Nitrophenyl Hexanoate; Hexanoic Acid 4-Nitrophenyl Ester; PNPC; 4-Nitrophenyl n-Hexanoate; Caproic Acid p-Nitrophenyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-Caproic Acid 4-Nitrophenyl Ester is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Contact for details

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