Description

5-Hydroxy-2-Nitrobenzyl Alcohol is a versatile nitro-aromatic compound that serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring both phenolic and benzylic alcohol functional groups adjacent to a nitro substituent, makes it a critical building block for the development of complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications ranging from drug discovery to the synthesis of dyes and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for azo dyes and other nitro-aromatic based colorants.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D, particularly in reactions involving nitro-group transformations and phenolic couplings.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and resins.
• Photographic Chemicals: Can be utilized in the synthesis of certain light-sensitive compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Hydroxy-2-Nitrobenzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	60463-12-9
Molecular Formula	C7H7NO4
Molecular Weight	169.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitro-5-hydroxybenzyl alcohol; 5-Hydroxy-2-nitrobenzyl alcohol; (5-Hydroxy-2-nitrophenyl)methanol; 2-Nitro-5-hydroxybenzenemethanol; 5-Hydroxy-2-nitrobenzenemethanol; 2-Nitro-5-hydroxybenzylalcohol; 5-Hydroxy-2-nitrobenzylalcohol; 2-Nitro-5-hydroxybenzyl alcohol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Hydroxy-2-Nitrobenzyl Alcohol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, supporting compliance with cGMP and other relevant quality frameworks for research and industrial use.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to handle and store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability, especially after opening the original container. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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