Description

5-Chloro-2-Nitrobenzyl Alcohol is a versatile nitro-aromatic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the presence of three distinct reactive sites—the chloro, nitro, and benzyl alcohol groups—which allow for selective functionalization and the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of active ingredients and novel intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with nitro-aromatic or benzyl-protected amine backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogen and nitro substituents for bioactivity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for the production of specialized azo dyes and nitro-based colorants.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the creation of novel chelating ligands for metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for synthesizing specialty polymers with specific thermal or optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research focused on nucleophilic aromatic substitution and reduction reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-2-Nitrobenzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	73033-58-6
Molecular Formula	C7H6ClNO3
Molecular Weight	187.58 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitro-5-chlorobenzyl Alcohol; (5-Chloro-2-nitrophenyl)methanol; 5-Chloro-2-nitrobenzenemethanol; Benzenemethanol, 5-chloro-2-nitro-; 73033-58-6; 5-Chloro-2-nitrobenzylalcohol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Chloro-2-Nitrobenzyl Alcohol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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