Description

3-Nitro Benzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of the nitro and aldehyde functional groups, enabling precise chemical transformations for creating complex molecules. This intermediate is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop active ingredients, dyes, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including potential antiviral and antibacterial compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactivity to form heterocyclic structures.
• Dye and Pigment Production: Serves as a starting material for azo dyes and other complex colorants, contributing to color fastness and specific hue properties.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a building block for electron-transport materials and emissive layer components in electronic displays.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Incorporated into formulations designed to protect metals in industrial settings.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Nitro Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	49-61-6
Molecular Formula	C7H5NO3
Molecular Weight	151.12 g/mol
Synonyms	m-Nitrobenzaldehyde; 3-Nitrobenzenecarboxaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 3-nitro-; m-Nitrobenzene carboxaldehyde; 3-Formylnitrobenzene; NSC 404087; 1-Formyl-3-nitrobenzene; m-Nitrobenzaldehyd
EINECS	200-646-6

Quality Control

Our 3-Nitro Benzaldehyde is produced under a stringent quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for industrial and research applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, guaranteeing traceability and compliance with your 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 heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	56 - 59 °C
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.