Cas No. 1955-46-0 Methyl 5-nitroisophthalate

Methyl 5-nitroisophthalate can be used as an intermediate in the synthesis of antibacterial drugs. For example, it can be used to prepare precursors or intermediates for cephalosporin antibiotics. Due to its availability through simple synthetic pathways, Methyl 5-nitroisophthalate may be used as a precursor or intermediate for the synthesis of some anticancer drugs. It can be used as a nucleotide synthase inhibitor, a substance that inhibits tumor cell growth, and other aspects of research.