Description

2-Amino-5-Nitrophenylethanol is a versatile aromatic amine derivative with a nitrophenol and ethanol functional group. This compound serves as a critical pharmaceutical intermediate and fine chemical building block for synthesizing more complex molecules. It is primarily required by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty dye industries for research and production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with specific aromatic amine backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for azo dyes and other complex colorants requiring nitro and amino functionalities.
• Research & Development (R&D): Essential reagent in organic chemistry research for constructing novel molecular architectures in academic and industrial labs.
• Chemical Synthesis: Intermediate for producing other fine chemicals, including ligands, catalysts, and specialty polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-5-Nitrophenylethanol
CAS No.	104333-06-4
Molecular Formula	C8H10N2O3
Molecular Weight	182.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Amino-5-nitrophenylethanol; 2-(2-Amino-5-nitrophenyl)ethanol; 5-Nitro-2-aminophenethyl alcohol; 2-(2-Amino-5-nitrophenyl)ethan-1-ol; 2-Amino-5-nitrobenzeneethanol; 1-(2-Amino-5-nitrophenyl)-2-hydroxyethane; 2-Hydroxyethyl-2-amino-5-nitrobenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-5-Nitrophenylethanol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.