Description

Methyl 3-(2-Methoxy-5-Nitrophenyl)Acrylate is a specialized fine chemical intermediate featuring a conjugated acrylate ester structure linked to a methoxy-substituted nitrophenyl group. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the construction of complex molecules with photophysical or pharmaceutical properties. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its nitrophenyl moiety.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a building block for electron-transport materials or emissive layer components due to its conjugated system.
• Photoinitiator & Photoresist Research: Investigated for applications in photopolymerization and advanced lithography processes because of its light-sensitive nitroaromatic group.
• Liquid Crystal & Advanced Material Development: Employed in the synthesis of monomers for polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling and cyclization reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-(2-Methoxy-5-Nitrophenyl)Acrylate
CAS No.	94006-37-8
Molecular Formula	C11H11NO5
Molecular Weight	237.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (E)-3-(2-Methoxy-5-nitrophenyl)acrylate; Methyl 3-(2-Methoxy-5-nitrophenyl)propenoate; 2-Methoxy-5-nitrocinnamic acid methyl ester; (E)-Methyl 3-(2-methoxy-5-nitrophenyl)acrylate; 94006-37-8; Methyl trans-3-(2-methoxy-5-nitrophenyl)acrylate; Propenoic acid, 3-(2-methoxy-5-nitrophenyl)-, methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-(2-Methoxy-5-Nitrophenyl)Acrylate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and packaging should minimize exposure to direct light.

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%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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