Description

2'-Hydroxyacetophenone is a versatile aromatic ketone compound, also known as o-Hydroxyacetophenone, with significant utility as a key synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, featuring both a phenolic hydroxyl group and a reactive carbonyl, enabling its use in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, fragrance, and specialty chemical industries seeking a reliable building block for complex organic synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including certain analgesics and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Serves as a building block for creating specific aromatic compounds used in perfumery and flavor formulations.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Ullmann-type coupling reactions, esterifications, and as a starting material for heterocyclic compounds like benzofurans.
• UV Absorber and Stabilizer Production: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of compounds used to protect polymers and coatings from photodegradation.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in exploring new synthetic methodologies and novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2'-Hydroxyacetophenone
CAS No.	118-93-4
Molecular Formula	C8H8O2
Molecular Weight	136.15 g/mol
Synonyms	o-Hydroxyacetophenone; 1-(2-Hydroxyphenyl)ethanone; 2-Acetylphenol; Methyl 2-hydroxyphenyl ketone; Acetophenone, 2'-hydroxy-; Phenol, 2-acetyl-; NSC 403697
EINECS	204-288-1

Quality Control

Our 2'-Hydroxyacetophenone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay (HPLC), identification (IR), and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided and available upon request to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	4 - 6 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.