Methyl 3-methyl-4-nitrobenzoate

Name: Methyl 3-methyl-4-nitrobenzoate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-048826

About Methyl 3-methyl-4-nitrobenzoate

Methyl 3-methyl-4-nitrobenzoate (CAS 24078-21-5) is a process intermediate or related compound of Lenalidomide offered by Vaqora Chemicals. With the molecular formula C9H9NO4, it has a molar mass of 195.17 g/mol. It is also known as 3-Methyl-4-nitrobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester or Benzoic acid, 3-methyl-4-nitro-, methyl ester.

It is supplied as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 1 hazard statement. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Process chemists and analysts use it when developing synthetic routes to Lenalidomide, tracking process-related impurities and validating analytical methods. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development

Industries

Related to Lenalidomide

View every impurity, metabolite and intermediate we list for Lenalidomide.

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Methyl 3-methyl-4-nitrobenzoate
Catalogue No.	VQ-048826
CAS Number	24078-21-5
IUPAC name	methyl 3-methyl-4-nitrobenzoate
Molecular formula	C₉H₉NO₄
Molecular weight	195.17 g/mol
Exact mass	195.0532
InChIKey	IEFONJKJLZFGKQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=C(C=CC(=C1)C(=O)OC)[N+](=O)[O-]
PubChem CID	260927

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	2.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 4
TPSA	72.1 Å²
Synonyms	3-Methyl-4-nitrobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester, Benzoic acid, 3-methyl-4-nitro-, methyl ester, Methyl 3-methyl-4-nitrobenzenecarboxylate, m-Toluic acid, 4-nitro-, methyl ester, 3-methyl4-nitro-benzoic acid methyl ester, 3-methyl-4-nitro-benzoic acid methyl ester, Methyl 4-Nitro-m-toluate, CS-M0758, 4-Nitro-m-toluic Acid Methyl Ester

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed

Precautionary statements: P264, P270, P301 + P317, P330, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl 3-methyl-4-nitrobenzoate?

The CAS Registry Number of Methyl 3-methyl-4-nitrobenzoate is 24078-21-5. It is also known as 3-Methyl-4-nitrobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester, Benzoic acid, 3-methyl-4-nitro-, methyl ester, Methyl 3-methyl-4-nitrobenzenecarboxylate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 3-methyl-4-nitrobenzoate?

Methyl 3-methyl-4-nitrobenzoate has the molecular formula C9H9NO4 and a molecular weight of 195.17 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is methyl 3-methyl-4-nitrobenzoate.

What is Methyl 3-methyl-4-nitrobenzoate used for?

Methyl 3-methyl-4-nitrobenzoate is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Lenalidomide. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of Methyl 3-methyl-4-nitrobenzoate can I order?

We supply Methyl 3-methyl-4-nitrobenzoate, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Methyl 3-methyl-4-nitrobenzoate?

Yes. Every lot of Methyl 3-methyl-4-nitrobenzoate is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Methyl 3-methyl-4-nitrobenzoate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Methyl 3-methyl-4-nitrobenzoate is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.