Chemical Name: | 2-Nitro-benzoic acid ethyl ester |
CAS Number: | 610-34-4 |
Product Number: | AG003Q50(AGN-PC-0WAJLU) |
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Molecular Formula: | C9H9NO4 |
Molecular Weight: | 195.1721 |
Ethyl 2-nitrobenzoate is a versatile compound widely used in chemical synthesis for its unique characteristics and diverse applications. In organic chemistry, it serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and dyes. Its nitro group can undergo reduction reactions to yield valuable amino derivatives, while its ester functionality can participate in acylation reactions, enabling the introduction of new functional groups. Additionally, Ethyl 2-nitrobenzoate can be employed in the preparation of complex molecules and natural products through various transformations such as nucleophilic substitution and palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions. Its stability and reactivity make it an essential building block in the creation of novel compounds for research and industrial applications.