CAS 354512-22-4

3-Methoxy-5-nitrobenzaldehyde

Description:

3-Methoxy-5-nitrobenzaldehyde is an organic compound characterized by its aromatic structure, which includes a methoxy group (-OCH₃) and a nitro group (-NO₂) attached to a benzaldehyde moiety. This compound typically appears as a yellow to orange crystalline solid and is known for its distinct aromatic odor. It is soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and acetone but has limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic aromatic structure. The presence of both the methoxy and nitro groups influences its reactivity, making it a useful intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. The nitro group can participate in electrophilic substitution reactions, while the aldehyde functionality allows for further derivatization. Additionally, 3-Methoxy-5-nitrobenzaldehyde may exhibit biological activity, which can be explored in various chemical and medicinal research contexts. As with many nitro compounds, it should be handled with care due to potential toxicity and environmental concerns.

Formula: C₈H₇NO₄

InChI: InChI=1/C8H7NO4/c1-13-8-3-6(5-10)2-7(4-8)9(11)12/h2-5H,1H3

SMILES: COc1cc(cc(c1)N(=O)=O)C=O

Synonyms:

• Benzaldehyde, 3-Methoxy-5-Nitro-
• 3-METHOXY-5-NITROBENZALDEHYDE

3-Methoxy-5-nitrobenzaldehyde

CAS: 354512-22-4

Formula: C₈H₇NO₄

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 181.1455

Ref: IN-DA00CAIV

3-Methoxy-5-nitrobenzaldehyde

CAS: 354512-22-4

3-Methoxy-5-nitrobenzaldehyde

Purity: 95%

Molecular weight: 181.15g/mol

Ref: 54-OR1007038

3-Methoxy-5-nitrobenzaldehyde

CAS: 354512-22-4

Formula: C₈H₇NO₄

Purity: 95%

Molecular weight: 181.147

Ref: 10-F233364