Description

2-Nitro-1-Propanol is a versatile nitro alcohol intermediate with significant utility in organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, featuring both a nitro group and a hydroxyl group, which makes it a key building block for the production of more complex molecules. This compound is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications ranging from API synthesis to the development of functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacturing of pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in nitro-aldol (Henry) reactions and other transformations to introduce nitroalkyl functionalities.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a component or cross-linking agent in specialty polymer formulations.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Precursor: Utilized in the development of additives for metalworking fluids and coatings.
• Fuel & Lubricant Additive Intermediate: A starting material for synthesizing performance-enhancing additives.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Nitro-1-Propanol
CAS No.	2902-96-7
Molecular Formula	C3H7NO3
Molecular Weight	105.09 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitropropan-1-ol; 1-Hydroxy-2-nitropropane; β-Nitropropyl alcohol; NSC 6095; 2-Nitro-1-hydroxypropane
EINECS	220-815-1

Quality Control

Our 2-Nitro-1-Propanol is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key specifications such as assay, water content, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.435 - 1.445
Density (20°C)	1.15 - 1.18 g/cm³

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