Chemical Name: | Phenol, 2-methoxy-4-nitro- |
CAS Number: | 3251-56-7 |
Product Number: | AG003HIZ(AGN-PC-0JLQ8E) |
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Molecular Formula: | C7H7NO4 |
Molecular Weight: | 169.1348 |
2-Methoxy-4-nitrophenol, also known as MNPN, is a versatile compound used in various chemical synthesis processes. This compound serves as a key intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals, dyes, and agrochemicals. In organic synthesis, 2-Methoxy-4-nitrophenol is employed as a building block to create more complex molecules through various chemical reactions like nucleophilic substitutions, reductions, and coupling reactions. Its presence as a nitro-substituted phenol provides a unique reactivity profile that can be harnessed for the selective modification of other organic compounds. Additionally, the methoxy group in the molecule enables specific functional group interconversions, making it a valuable tool for designing and constructing multifunctional organic molecules with targeted properties.