Description

3-Nitrobenzyl Alcohol is a versatile aromatic nitro compound that serves as a key synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the dual functionality of the nitro and benzyl alcohol groups, enabling a wide range of chemical transformations, including reductions and nucleophilic substitutions. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients, dyes, and complex organic molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for azo dyes and other complex colorants.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers and resins.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed and other metal-mediated coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Nitrobenzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	619-25-0
Molecular Formula	C7H7NO3
Molecular Weight	153.14 g/mol
Synonyms	m-Nitrobenzyl Alcohol; (3-Nitrophenyl)methanol; 3-Nitrobenzenemethanol; Benzenemethanol, 3-nitro-; NSC 403697; m-Nitrobenzylalcohol; 3-Nitrobenzylalcohol; 1-(Hydroxymethyl)-3-nitrobenzene
EINECS	210-590-1

Quality Control

Our 3-Nitrobenzyl Alcohol is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC/GC purity, identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every batch and supplied upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	92 - 96 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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