Description

4-Chloro-3-Nitrobenzyl Alcohol is a versatile aromatic building block characterized by its reactive benzyl alcohol and nitro-substituted chlorobenzene structure. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research and development. Industries that need it include fine chemical manufacturers, pharmaceutical R&D labs, and agrochemical companies focused on creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those with benzyl-protected functional groups or nitro-reduction pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the chloronitrobenzene scaffold is a key structural component.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate for producing azo dyes and other complex colorants, leveraging the nitro and chloro groups for chromophore development.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers and resins with specific thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Liquid Crystal and OLED Material Research: Employed in the synthesis of advanced organic electronic materials due to its planar aromatic structure and modifiable functional groups.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in various organic transformations, including nucleophilic substitutions and reduction reactions, to introduce the (4-chloro-3-nitrophenyl)methanol moiety.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Chloro-3-Nitrobenzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	55912-20-4
Molecular Formula	C7H6ClNO3
Molecular Weight	187.58 g/mol
Synonyms	(4-Chloro-3-nitrophenyl)methanol; 1-(Chloromethyl)-2-nitro-4-chlorobenzene (incorrect but common misnomer); 4-Chloro-3-nitrobenzenemethanol; 3-Nitro-4-chlorobenzyl Alcohol; Benzyl alcohol, 4-chloro-3-nitro-; α-Hydroxymethyl-4-chloro-3-nitrobenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Chloro-3-Nitrobenzyl Alcohol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, detailing specifications such as assay (by HPLC), impurity profiles, and physical characteristics. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers in regulated industries.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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