Description

3-Methoxy-5-Nitrobenzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde building block characterized by its nitro and methoxy substituents, which confer unique electronic properties. This compound is essential for advanced organic synthesis, enabling the creation of complex molecules with tailored functionalities. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system disorders or possessing antimicrobial properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactive aldehyde group.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing azo dyes and other complex colorants for textiles and industrial applications.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The nitro and aldehyde groups make it a useful scaffold for creating chelating ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development, heterocyclic chemistry, and exploring new reaction pathways in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methoxy-5-Nitrobenzaldehyde
CAS No.	354512-22-4
Molecular Formula	C8H7NO4
Molecular Weight	181.15 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-3-methoxybenzaldehyde; 3-Methoxy-5-nitrobenzenecarboxaldehyde; m-Methoxy-m-nitrobenzaldehyde; 3-Methoxy-5-nitro-benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 3-methoxy-5-nitro-; 354512-22-4
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Methoxy-5-Nitrobenzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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