4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzyl alcohol

Also known as: (4-Methyl-3-nitrophenyl)methanol, 3-Nitro-4-methylbenzyl alcohol, 4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzyl alcohol, Benzenemethanol, 4-methyl-3-nitro-, RARECHEM AL BD 0233, MFCD00007177, EINECS 255-120-8

4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzyl alcohol (CAS 40870-59-5) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H9NO3 and a molecular weight of 167.16200 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 39-41ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 320ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.272g/cm3 and a flash point of 143.9ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 40870-59-5
Jingsj CID: J-9266-0
Molecular Formula: C₈H₉NO₃
Molecular Weight: 167.16200 g/mol
Category: Solvents
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	39-41ºC(lit.)
Boiling Point	320ºC at 760mmHg
Density	1.272g/cm3
Flash Point	143.9ºC
Exact Mass	167.05800
PSA	66.05000
LogP	1.91870
Refractive Index	1.585

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2906299090
Summary	2906299090 other aromatic alcohols。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzyl alcohol?

The CAS number of 4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzyl alcohol is 40870-59-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzyl alcohol?

4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzyl alcohol has molecular formula C8H9NO3 and molecular weight 167.16200 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzyl alcohol?

For 4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzyl alcohol, Upstream Products: 4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzoyl chloride, 4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzaldehyde, p-Tolualdehyde; Downstream Products: 4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzaldehyde, (3-Amino-4-methylphenyl)methanol, 4-methyl-3-nitrobenzyl chloride.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "4-Methyl-3-nitrobenzyl alcohol (CAS 40870-59-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-9266-0 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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