Description

2-Methyl-2-Nitropropan-1-Ol is a versatile nitro alcohol intermediate with significant utility in organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a nitro group and a hydroxyl group on a tertiary carbon, makes it a valuable building block for the preparation of more complex molecules. This compound is particularly relevant for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring nitroalkane or amino alcohol functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides, where its nitro group can be transformed into other reactive moieties.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or chain modifier in the creation of specialty polymers, including polyurethanes and epoxy resins, influencing properties like cross-linking density.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in nucleophilic addition reactions and as a starting material for the preparation of nitroalkenes, amines, and other derivatives.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Incorporated into formulations designed to protect metal surfaces in industrial processes.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-2-Nitropropan-1-Ol
CAS No.	76-39-1
Molecular Formula	C₄H₉NO₃
Molecular Weight	119.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-2-nitro-1-propanol; 2-Nitro-2-methylpropan-1-ol; 2-Nitro-2-methyl-1-propanol; β-Nitroisobutyl alcohol; 2-Nitroisobutanol; NSC 9375; 1-Propanol, 2-methyl-2-nitro-
EINECS	200-958-7

Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-2-Nitropropan-1-Ol is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot is analyzed against comprehensive specifications, including identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment. We support customer audits and can provide documentation to meet various regulatory and quality standards as required.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its nature as an easily oxidized compound, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture uptake and decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.445 - 1.455
Density (20°C)	1.15 - 1.20 g/mL

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