Description

4-(2-Nitrophenyl)Benzyl Alcohol is a specialized aromatic alcohol derivative that serves as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. This compound matters for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing nitrophenyl-containing scaffolds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides and herbicides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands or organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Intermediate in the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, or polymers.
• Dye and Pigment Chemistry: Utilized in the synthesis of complex nitroaromatic dyes and colorants.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Valuable reagent for methodological studies and exploring new chemical transformations in organic synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(2-Nitrophenyl)Benzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	159815-76-6
Molecular Formula	C13H11NO3
Molecular Weight	229.23 g/mol
Synonyms	(2-Nitrophenyl)(4-hydroxymethylphenyl)methane; 2-Nitro-4'-(hydroxymethyl)biphenyl; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-methanol, 2'-nitro-; 4-(2-Nitrobenzyl)benzyl alcohol; 2'-Nitro[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-methanol; α-(2-Nitrophenyl)-4-toluenemethanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(2-Nitrophenyl)Benzyl Alcohol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with data from techniques including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your critical synthesis workflows.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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