4Nitromethylphenol
4-Nitromethylphenol, also known as p-nitromethylphenol or 4-(hydroxymethyl)nitrobenzene, is an organic compound with the chemical formula C7H7NO3. It is a derivative of phenol where a nitromethyl group is attached at the para position of the benzene ring. This compound typically appears as a solid.
The synthesis of 4-nitromethylphenol can be achieved through various chemical reactions, often involving the nitration of
While specific widespread commercial uses for 4-nitromethylphenol are not extensively documented, it can serve as an
The safety and handling of 4-nitromethylphenol should be guided by standard laboratory practices for organic chemicals.