Description

2-(3-Nitrophenylsulfonyl)Ethanol is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a nitro-substituted phenylsulfonyl group linked to an ethanol moiety. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing sulfonamide derivatives and other functionalized aromatic systems.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those containing sulfonamide pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a precursor for the production of specialized azo dyes and colorants.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce sulfonyl and nitro functional groups into polymer chains for enhanced properties.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for exploring new organic reactions and methodologies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(3-Nitrophenylsulfonyl)Ethanol
CAS No.	41687-30-3
Molecular Formula	C8H9NO5S
Molecular Weight	231.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(3-Nitrophenyl)sulfonyl]ethanol; 2-(3-Nitrobenzenesulfonyl)ethanol; 3-Nitrobenzenesulfonylethanol; Ethanol, 2-[(3-nitrophenyl)sulfonyl]-; 2-Hydroxyethyl 3-nitrophenyl sulfone; 3-NO2PhSO2CH2CH2OH
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(3-Nitrophenylsulfonyl)Ethanol is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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