Chemical Name: | Benzoic acid, 4-(4-nitrophenoxy)- |
CAS Number: | 16309-45-8 |
Product Number: | AG001TPN(AGN-PC-0JPCFA) |
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Molecular Formula: | C13H9NO5 |
Molecular Weight: | 259.2143 |
4-(4-Nitrophenoxy)benzoic acid, also known as NPBA, is commonly used in chemical synthesis as a key building block for the creation of various organic compounds. Its versatile nature allows for its application in a wide range of processes, including the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, dyes, and polymers. NPBA serves as a starting material in the production of esters, amides, and other derivatives through various chemical reactions such as esterification, amidation, and nucleophilic aromatic substitution. Its aromatic structure and functional groups make it a valuable intermediate in organic synthesis, providing opportunities for the development of new materials and compounds with tailored properties for specific applications.