Description

3-Nitrobenzaldehydedimethylacetal is a versatile aromatic acetal derivative, primarily serving as a key protected intermediate in multi-step organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a stable, masked aldehyde functionality that is resistant to strongly basic or nucleophilic conditions, allowing for selective transformations elsewhere on the molecule. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries, where it is used to construct complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules containing nitro-substituted aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides where the nitro and protected aldehyde groups are key functional handles.
• Fine Chemical & Dye Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for specialty chemicals, pigments, and complex organic dyes.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Employed in methodological development and the synthesis of novel organic compounds for material science and chemical biology.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Useful in the synthesis of specialized ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Nitrobenzaldehydedimethylacetal
CAS No.	3395-79-7
Molecular Formula	C9H11NO4
Molecular Weight	197.19 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Nitrobenzaldehyde dimethyl acetal; Benzaldehyde, 3-nitro-, dimethyl acetal; m-Nitrobenzaldehyde dimethyl acetal; (3-Nitrophenyl)dimethoxymethane; Dimethyl (3-nitrobenzylidene) acetal; NSC 403754; α,α-Dimethoxy-3-nitrobenzeneacetonitrile (incorrect but common misnomer); 3-Nitrobenzaldehyde dimethyl acetal CAS 3395-79-7
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Quality Control

Our 3-Nitrobenzaldehydedimethylacetal is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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