Description

4-Methyl-3-Nitrobenzyl Alcohol is a versatile aromatic nitro alcohol derivative, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic positioning of its functional groups, enabling its use as a key building block for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty dyes. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing benzyl-protected amine or heterocyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the nitro and alcohol functionalities are modified to create bioactive molecules.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing azo dyes and other complex colorants, leveraging the nitro group for chromophore development.
• Liquid Crystal and Electronic Materials: Serves as a building block for advanced materials, where its aromatic core and modifiable groups contribute to desired electronic or optical properties.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be incorporated as a monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers with specific thermal or chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in multi-step syntheses for the preparation of complex natural products, ligands for catalysis, and other fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-Methyl-3-Nitrobenzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	40870-59-5
Molecular Formula	C8H9NO3
Molecular Weight	167.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Nitro-4-methylbenzyl Alcohol; (3-Nitro-4-methylphenyl)methanol; 4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzenemethanol; 1-Hydroxymethyl-4-methyl-3-nitrobenzene; α-Hydroxy-4-methyl-3-nitrotoluene; 3-Nitro-p-tolylcarbinol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Methyl-3-Nitrobenzyl Alcohol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request, providing full traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your process development and scale-up needs.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in light-resistant packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.