Ethyl 4-nitrobenzoylacetate
Ethyl 4-nitrobenzoylacetate (CAS 838-57-3), molecular formula O2NC6H4COCH2CO2C2H5, is a high-purity chemical supplied by Tech Serve Solutions for chemical synthesis applications, to pharmacopoeia specification (USP, BP, EP). Every batch is tested and ships with a Certificate of Analysis; MSDS and technical data sheets are available on request. Tech Serve Solutions has supplied laboratory reagents, fine chemicals and pharmaceutical intermediates worldwide since 1998.
- IUPAC
- (p-Nitrobenzoyl)acetic acid ethyl ester,Ethyl 3-oxo-3-(4-nitrophenyl)propanoate,NSC 62134

| Molecular weight | 237.21 |
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| Linear formula | O2NC6H4COCH2CO2C2H5 |
| Application | Reactant involved in:• Synthesis of β-1,3-dicarbonyl aldehydes via oxidation1• Knoevenagel condensation using a lysine catalyst2• Cycloisomerization fo rthe synthesis of trisubstituted furans3• Fluorination by HF and iodosylbenzene4• Intramolecular Michael addition reactions for synthesis of benzylbutyrolactones5• Synthesis of diols via reduction of aromatic and aliphatic ketos esters6• Cross-coupling reactions for stereoselective synthesis of unsymmetrical 1,4-enediones7 |
| Melting point | 71-73 °C(lit.) |
Documentation
Supplied to USP, BP and EP standards. Every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (assay, identity, purity); MSDS and technical data sheets are available on request.
Supply & logistics
Samples for technical evaluation; bulk MOQ by grade and packaging. In-stock material ships in 7–10 working days, worldwide, with full export documentation.
What is Ethyl 4-nitrobenzoylacetate?
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Ethyl 4-nitrobenzoylacetate (CAS 838-57-3), molecular formula O2NC6H4COCH2CO2C2H5, is a high-purity chemical supplied by Tech Serve Solutions for chemical synthesis applications, to USP, BP and EP standards.
What grades of Ethyl 4-nitrobenzoylacetate does Tech Serve Solutions supply?
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Tech Serve Solutions supplies Ethyl 4-nitrobenzoylacetate in USP, BP, EP and reagent/AR grades. Custom specifications for nutraceutical or specialty pharmaceutical applications are available — contact our technical sales team.
What is the CAS number and molecular formula of Ethyl 4-nitrobenzoylacetate?
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Ethyl 4-nitrobenzoylacetate has CAS number 838-57-3 and molecular formula O2NC6H4COCH2CO2C2H5. Full specifications appear in the table above and in the Certificate of Analysis.
What is the typical minimum order quantity and lead time for Ethyl 4-nitrobenzoylacetate?
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Sample quantities are available for technical evaluation; bulk MOQ depends on grade and packaging. In-stock material typically ships in 7–10 working days; custom-spec orders take 3–4 weeks. Tech Serve Solutions ships worldwide with full export documentation.
Do you provide a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) with each shipment?
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Yes. Every batch of Ethyl 4-nitrobenzoylacetate ships with a Certificate of Analysis covering assay, identity and purity tests, plus pharmacopoeia conformance where applicable. MSDS and TDS documents are available on request before order placement.
How should Ethyl 4-nitrobenzoylacetate be stored?
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Store Ethyl 4-nitrobenzoylacetate in its original sealed container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and incompatible materials, in line with the storage guidance on the Safety Data Sheet. Reseal between dispensings.
What is Ethyl 4-nitrobenzoylacetate used for?
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Ethyl 4-nitrobenzoylacetate is used in chemical synthesis applications across pharmaceutical, research and industrial settings. Our technical team can advise on suitability for your specific process.
How do I request a quote for Ethyl 4-nitrobenzoylacetate?
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Request a quote with your required grade, quantity and destination via https://www.techservesolutions.in/contact or email info@techservesolutions.in. We respond with specifications, a Certificate of Analysis and pricing.
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