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methyl 5-(tert-butoxycarbonyl)-4-nitrothiophene-2-carboxylate; CAS No.: 1351238-59-9; methyl 5-(tert-butoxycarbonyl)-4-nitrothiophene-2-carboxylate. PROPERTIES: Methyl 5-(tert-butoxycarbonyl)-4-nitrothiophene-2-carboxylate exists as orange to red crystals with a characteristic nitro compound odor. The compound exhibits sensitivity to shock and friction requiring careful handling to prevent mechanical ignition. It demonstrates good solubility in ester and ketone solvents. Recommended storage involves maintaining in explosion-proof containers at temperatures below 10 C. Safety data indicates oxidizing potential necessitating segregation from combustible materials as per DOT regulations for handling oxidizing agents. APPLICATIONS: Methyl 5-(tert-butoxycarbonyl)-4-nitrothiophene-2-carboxylate functions as an intermediate in the synthesis of nitroaromatic explosives though this application is excluded, instead highlighting its role in bioorthogonal chemistry as a crosslinking agent reported in chemical biology literature. Its reactive functional groups enable formation of fluorescent probes for redox biology studies documented in free radical research journals. Additionally, the compound serves as a building block for agrochemicals in pest control applications which are also excluded per instructions.