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Atomfair 4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzyl alcohol C8H9NO3

Description 4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzyl alcohol (CAS No. 40870-59-5) is a high-purity nitroaromatic compound with the molecular formula C8H9NO3. This fine chemical, also known by its IUPAC name (4-methyl-3-nitrophenyl)methanol , features a benzyl alcohol group substituted with a methyl and nitro group at the 4- and 3-positions, respectively. With a molecular weight of 167.16 g/mol, it is supplied as a crystalline solid with >98% purity (HPLC), ideal for research and synthetic applications. The compound is rigorously tested for quality (GC/MS, NMR) and packaged under inert conditions to ensure stability. Key applications include use as a versatile intermediate in organic synthesis, pharmaceutical development, and…

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4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzyl alcohol (CAS No. 40870-59-5) is a high-purity nitroaromatic compound with the molecular formula C8H9NO3. This fine chemical, also known by its IUPAC name (4-methyl-3-nitrophenyl)methanol, features a benzyl alcohol group substituted with a methyl and nitro group at the 4- and 3-positions, respectively. With a molecular weight of 167.16 g/mol, it is supplied as a crystalline solid with >98% purity (HPLC), ideal for research and synthetic applications. The compound is rigorously tested for quality (GC/MS, NMR) and packaged under inert conditions to ensure stability. Key applications include use as a versatile intermediate in organic synthesis, pharmaceutical development, and material science research. Available in gram to kilogram quantities with customizable packaging options.

  • CAS No: 40870-59-5
  • Molecular Formula: C8H9NO3
  • Molecular Weight: 167.16
  • Exact Mass: 167.058243149
  • Monoisotopic Mass: 167.058243149
  • IUPAC Name: (4-methyl-3-nitrophenyl)methanol
  • SMILES: CC1=C(C=C(C=C1)CO)[N+](=O)[O-]
  • Synonyms: 4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzyl alcohol, 40870-59-5, EINECS 255-120-8, 4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzenemethanol, DTXSID80193843

Application

4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzyl alcohol serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. The nitro and hydroxyl functional groups make it valuable for redox reactions and as a precursor for heterocyclic compounds. Researchers utilize it in coupling reactions and as a building block for drug discovery programs targeting antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory agents. Its structural features also enable applications in polymer chemistry and dye synthesis.

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