4-Nitrobenzyl alcohol, CAS No. 619-73-8

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619-73-8

Catalog No. EBD540035

CAS 619-73-8

Name 4-Nitrobenzyl alcohol

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Basic Information

Synonyms: p-Nitrobenzylalcohol 4-Nitro-benzenemathanol (4-nitrophenyl)methanol 4-Nitrobenzylalcohol

Molecular Formula: C7H7NO3

Molecular Weight: 153.14

MDL Number: MFCD00007376

Categories: Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Phenols and Ethers Synthetic Chemistry > Basic Synthetic Reagents > Other Basic Synthetic Reagents

Product Description:

4-Nitrobenzyl alcohol is an organic compound with the molecular formula C7H7NO3. It is a pale yellow to white crystalline solid characterized by a benzyl alcohol group substituted with a nitro group at the para position. This structure makes it a versatile bifunctional building block in organic synthesis. Its primary role is as a key intermediate in chemical synthesis. The hydroxyl group can undergo typical alcohol reactions such as esterification and etherification, while the nitro group can be reduced to an amine, providing a route to various substituted anilines and benzylamines. It is notably used as a precursor in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, dyes, and other fine chemicals. For example, it serves as a starting material for certain local anesthetics and antimicrobial agents. The compound should be handled with care as it may cause skin and eye irritation. It is stable under recommended storage conditions but incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Physical Properties

Melting Point: 92-94 °C(lit.)

Boiling Point: 185 °C/12 mmHg(lit.)

Flash Point: 180 °C

Density: 1.33 g/cm3

Storage: Store at RT.

Analytical Data

Appearance: white to light yellow crystal powder