Description

3-Nitro-2-Pentanol is a valuable nitro alcohol intermediate with significant utility in organic synthesis. Its structure, featuring both a nitro group and a hydroxyl group on adjacent carbons, makes it a versatile building block for constructing more complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring nitroalkane or amino alcohol motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides, where the nitro group can be transformed into other functional groups.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Michael addition reactions, Henry reactions (nitroaldol), and reduction reactions to access corresponding amino alcohols or other derivatives.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways for complex organic compounds.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material in the synthesis of certain specialty dyes and colorants.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce functional groups into polymer chains to alter material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Nitro-2-Pentanol
CAS No.	5447-99-4
Molecular Formula	C5H11NO3
Molecular Weight	133.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pentanol, 3-nitro-; 3-Nitro-2-pentanol; 3-Nitro-pentan-2-ol; 2-Pentanol,3-nitro-; NSC 404058; 3-Nitro-2-pentyl alcohol; 3-Nitro-pentane-2-ol
EINECS	226-663-8

Quality Control

Our 3-Nitro-2-Pentanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC/HPLC and identification by FT-IR, to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity and identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.