Description

4-(3-Nitrophenyl)Benzyl Alcohol is a versatile aromatic alcohol derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, featuring both a reactive benzyl alcohol group and a nitro-substituted aromatic ring, enabling its use in constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, particularly for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for creating organic electronic materials and display components.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated to modify the properties of specialty polymers and epoxy resins.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of complex organic dyes and colorants.
• Academic & R&D: Employed in research laboratories for methodological studies and the development of new synthetic routes.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Utilized as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed coupling reactions for C-C bond formation.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(3-Nitrophenyl)Benzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	880158-11-2
Molecular Formula	C13H11NO3
Molecular Weight	229.23 g/mol
Synonyms	(4-(3-Nitrophenyl)phenyl)methanol; 3'-Nitro[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-methanol; 4-(3-Nitrobenzyl)benzyl Alcohol; 4-(m-Nitrophenyl)benzyl Alcohol; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-methanol, 3'-nitro-; 3-Nitrobiphenyl-4-ylmethanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-(3-Nitrophenyl)Benzyl Alcohol is manufactured under strict quality management systems and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency. Our quality control protocols are designed to support cGMP and ISO guidelines where applicable. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specific requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled and stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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